Exploring Geographic Features Quiz

Which of the following is a body of land completely surrounded by water?

• Peninsula

• Island

• Cape

• Bay

What is the name for a deep, narrow valley, usually with steep sides and a river flowing through it?

• Basin

• Canyon

• Hill

• Glacier

Which direction is opposite to east on a compass rose?

• North

• South

• West

• Northeast

Which of the following best describes a desert?

• A raised area of land, not as high as a mountain

• A dry area of land with very little rainfall or plant life

• A large body of year-round ice and snow

• A deep hollowed-out area in a cliff or hill

Given a map with latitude and longitude lines, how would you locate the position of a city?

• By finding the city’s name in the map legend

• By matching the city’s coordinates to the latitude and longitude lines

• By looking for the largest landform near the city

• By identifying the climate zone

If you are standing on a beach facing the ocean and the sun rises to your left, which direction are you facing?

• North

• South

• East

• West

A river flows from the mountains through a canyon and empties into a bay. Which sequence correctly shows the order of landforms the river passes through?

• Bay → Canyon → Mountain

• Mountain → Canyon → Bay

• Canyon → Mountain → Bay

• Mountain → Bay → Canyon

You are given a map showing continents, oceans, and major rivers. How would you use the map to describe the geographic characteristics of South America?

• By listing the countries in South America

• By identifying its major landforms, such as the Andes Mountains and Amazon River, and its surrounding oceans

• By naming the capital cities

• By counting the number of islands

A city is located at 40°N latitude and 75°W longitude. Using a world map, explain how you would determine which hemisphere the city is in and describe its likely climate.

• By checking if the city is near the equator and assuming it is tropical

• By noting that 40°N is in the Northern Hemisphere and 75°W is in the Western Hemisphere, and inferring the city likely has a temperate climate

• By looking for the city’s name in the map legend

• By identifying the nearest ocean

You are planning a trip to a region with glaciers, mountains, and a cold climate. Using geographic representations, how would you identify the best route to travel safely through this environment?

• By choosing the shortest path on the map

• By using the map to avoid steep mountains and glaciers, planning a route through valleys or lower elevations, and considering the climate for safety

• By following the river shown on the map

• By traveling only during the summer months