Topography and the Earth: the Land

The video explains that over 70% of the Earth is covered by water, with the rest being land. It describes how small land pieces are islands, while larger ones are continents. There are seven major continents: North America, South America, Asia, Europe, Africa, Australia, and Antarctica. Antarctica and Australia are isolated, while North and South America are connected by Central America. Europe and Asia form a single landmass called Eurasia.

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

• 60%

• 80%

• 50%

• 70%

What are small pieces of land surrounded by water called?

• Continents

• Islands

• Archipelagos

• Peninsulas

Which of the following is not a major continent?

• Asia

• Africa

• Greenland

• Australia

Which continents are connected by a narrow strip of land in Central America?

• Europe and Asia

• North America and South America

• Africa and Asia

• Australia and Antarctica

What is the combined landmass of Europe and Asia commonly called?

• Eurafrica

• Americas

• Eurasia

• Australasia