Worksheets0.9 Geographic Features ASSESSMENT
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 20mins
Which mountain range is the longest in the world?
Himalayas
Andes
Rockies
Alps
What is one major benefit rivers provide?
Harsh climate
Fertile land
Scarcity of water
Pollution
Which desert feature makes it a good place for solar energy projects?
Heavy rainfall
Rocky soil
Abundant sunshine
Cold nights
Forests help fight climate change because they:
Release more carbon dioxide
Store carbon
Create deserts
Increase erosion
What natural hazard is common in mountain regions?
Tornadoes
Avalanches
Hurricanes
Tsunamis
The Amazon Rainforest is often called the:
Heart of the Earth
Lungs of the Earth
Brain of the World
Soul of the Planet
The Pampas of Argentina are best known for:
Fishing industries
Fertile soil and agriculture
World Champion Soccer Team
Lots of snow for winter sports year round
What major natural disaster threatens the Caribbean Islands?
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Avalanches
Volcanoes
Which natural resource is commonly found in mountains?
Oil
Coal
Coral reefs
Freshwater lakes
Which of the following is a consequence of deforestation in the Amazon?
Reduced rainfall worldwide
Decreased biodiversity and climate change
Increased earthquakes
More fertile farmland
Why are rivers historically important for human civilization?
They cause flooding
They serve as trade and transportation routes
They create deserts
They block human movement
Compare deserts and forests: Which feature do both have in common?
Both store carbon
Both face water scarcity
Both contain unique ecosystems with adapted species
Both provide unlimited farmland
How does the altitude of mountains affect agriculture?
It increases crop growth year-round
It creates cooler temperatures and shorter growing seasons
It prevents any farming
It makes farming easier
Which best explains why the Caribbean Islands depend heavily on tourism?
They have few natural resources and rely on income from visitors
They have rich farmland that supports agriculture
They have strong mining industries
They are close to large forests
Which environmental concern is linked to the Pampas region?
Hurricanes and tropical storms
Soil degradation from intensive farming
Volcanic eruptions
Desertification
What challenge do mountainous regions and the Andes share?
Extreme heat
Transportation and accessibility difficulties
Lack of natural resources
Overpopulation
Using what you’ve learned, explain why the Amazon Rainforest is considered both a global benefit and a global challenge.
It produces oxygen but has no impact on people.
It regulates climate but is threatened by deforestation and loss of Indigenous lands.
It is only important for tourism.
It has little effect outside South America.
The Pampas region produces crops that feed millions of people, but farming also damages the soil. What does this show about the trade-offs of geographic features?
They always benefit humans without harm.
They provide resources but can face long-term damage if not managed.
They cannot be used by humans.
They are not connected to the environment.
Hurricanes in the Caribbean and earthquakes in the Andes are examples of:
Natural hazards that limit development and threaten communities
Human-made disasters caused by pollution
Predictable weather that helps farming
Challenges that only affect wildlife
If Latin American countries want to protect both their economies and environments, which strategy would be the most sustainable?
Expanding deforestation to increase farmland
Building more mines in the Andes without restrictions
Using resources carefully while protecting biodiversity and local communities
Ignoring environmental problems to focus only on trade
