Fajãs of Ilha de São Jorge

Fajãs of Ilha de São Jorge

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

FREE Resource

The video introduces the island of São Jorge, known for its unique geographical features called fajãs. These are fertile, flat areas near the sea formed by volcanic activity. The term 'fajã' is not a technical term but has become popular in the Azores and beyond. São Jorge is particularly rich in fajãs, with over 40, attracting many visitors due to their uniqueness.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Ilha de São Jorge commonly known for?

Its deserts

Its mountains

Its rajadas (gusts)

Its calm weather

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are 'fajãs'?

Forested areas

Mountain peaks

Desert regions

Flat areas near the sea

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are 'fajãs' formed?

By river erosion

By wind erosion

By human activities

By volcanic eruptions and landslides

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Is the term 'fajã' a technical term?

Yes, it is a technical term

No, it is a slang term

No, it is a popular term

Yes, it is a scientific term

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which island in the Azores is especially rich in 'fajãs'?

Ilha do Faial

Ilha de São Jorge

Ilha do Pico

Ilha de São Miguel

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many 'fajãs' are there in Ilha de São Jorge?

More than 20

More than 30

More than 40

More than 50