Earth's Physical and Human Geography Test

What are mountains?

• Large, flat areas of land with few trees
• Elevated areas of land with steep sides that rise sharply from the surrounding area
• Large bodies of standing freshwater surrounded by land
• Underground layers of rock saturated with water

Which of the following is an example of a plateau?

• Rocky Mountains
• Great Plains
• Colorado Plateau
• Amazon River

3. What is a characteristic of plains?

• Often have rounded tops
• Flat area, often suitable for agriculture
• Flowing bodies of freshwater
• Elevated areas with steep sides

Which landform is described as raised areas of land, lower and less steep than mountains?

• Hills
• Valleys
• Deserts
• Oceans

What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by oceans?

• 50%
• 71%
• 85%
• 97%

Which of the following is NOT a type of water resource?

• Rivers
• Lakes
• Deserts
• Groundwater

How do rivers typically originate?

• From underground springs in lowland areas
• In deserts where rainfall is scarce
• From the evaporation of ocean water
• From highlands and flow towards lower elevations

What role do oceans play in Earth's climate?

• They are sources of freshwater for drinking.
• They regulate climate and support marine life.
• They provide habitats for terrestrial animals.
• They are primarily used for agriculture.

Which of the following best describes an aquifer?

• An underground layer of rock that holds water
• A large body of saltwater covering Earth's surface
• A flowing body of freshwater that empties into an ocean
• An elevated area of flat land with steep sides

Which process in the water cycle involves water turning into vapor due to heat?

• Precipitation
• Condensation
• Evaporation
• Collection