Top 10 Geographic Features for Middle Schoolers

Which geographic feature is defined as: 'A large, steep landform that rises high above the surrounding land.'?

• Valley

• Plateau

• Mountain

• Plain

Which geographic feature is defined as: 'A low area between hills or mountains, often with a river running through it.'?

• Plateau

• Valley

• Peninsula

• Desert

Which geographic feature is defined as: 'A piece of land completely surrounded by water.'?

• Peninsula

• Isthmus

• Island

• Continent

Which geographic feature is defined as: 'A dry area with little rainfall and sparse vegetation.'?

• Rainforest

• Desert

• Mountain

• Swamp

Which geographic feature is defined as: 'A large area of flat or gently rolling land typically good for growing crops.'?

• Mountain

• Desert

• Plain

• Valley

Which geographic feature is defined as: 'A flat area of land that is higher than the land around it.'?

• Delta

• Valley

• Plateau

• Peninsula

What is the definition of a River?

• A dry area with little or no vegetation.

• A mountain covered with snow all year round.

• A large stream of flowing water that usually empties into a sea or ocean.

• A small body of still water surrounded by land.

Which landform does this picture show?

• volcano

• delta

• mountain

• plateau

A ________ is a mountain with an opening through which lava, ash, and gases erupt.

• Desert

• Canyon

• Volcano

• Glacier

Which geographical term is defined as 'A deep, narrow valley with steep sides, often carved by a river'?

• Delta

• Plateau

• Canyon

• Peninsula