Module 5 Lesson 1 - Plate Tectonics

Which shows elevation using contour lines?

• vegetation

• rain shadow

• topographic map

• cartographer

Which is caused by mountains?

• rain shadows

• volcanic eruptions

• waves

• sand dunes

Can ocean waves change the rocks along a coastline?

• Yes. Pounding waves break rocks into smaller pieces.

• Yes. Pounding waves glue small rocks together.

• No. Waves are too weak to change rocks.

• Maybe. Scientists are not sure.

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The surface of Earth is always changing and making new features. Which weather conditions have the greatest effect on the surface of Earth?

• fog and light rain

• cool temperatures and humidity

• warm ocean temperatures and humidity

• strong winds and heavy rains

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Where are you likely to find a desert?

• near a stream

• close to the ocean

• at the base of a mountain

• at the top of a mountain

Gusts of wind can pile sand into large mounds in deserts and beaches. These mounds are called _____.

• mountains

• sand dunes

• hills

• valleys

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A plateau is a tall landform with a top that is ________.

• round

• pointed

• hollow

• flat

Which feature is an underwater mountain?

• abyssal plain

• mid-ocean ridge

• delta

• trench

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A _______ is a very deep valley with steep sides.

• plain

• hoodoo

• river

• canyon

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Which statement is most accurate about the location of volcanoes and mountains and what causes them?

• Volcanoes and mountains form anywhere they want to. They form from tectonic plate movement.

• Volcanoes and mountains form along plate boundaries and form due to the movement of tectonic plates.

• Volcanoes and mountains form along plate boundaries and are caused by earthquakes.

• Volcanoes and mountains form only on land and are caused by the oceans.

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