Place Quiz

For numbers 1-5 match the term to the definition. River A large stream of water that flows into a lake or ocean. Gulf A large area of sea partially enclosed by land. Mountain A high area of land with steep sides and a sharp peak. Strait A narrow body of water that connects two larger bodies of water. Island A piece of land surrounded completely by water For numbers 6-10 match the term to the definition. Glacier A large mass of ice that moves very slowly down a mountain or through a valley. Plateau A flat area of land that is higher than the land around it. Canyon A deep narrow valley with very steep sides. Valley A low area between hills or mountains Penninsula A piece of land surrounded by water on three sides. In parts of Brazil, some people live in homes with woven roofs. Physical Characteristic Human Characteristic The United States is the leading grower of corn. Physical Characteristic Human Characteristic 74% of the people who live in Mexico live in cities. Physical Characteristic Human Characteristic Two of New York City's landmarks that visitors love to see are the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty. Physical Characteristic Human Characteristic Penguins are numerous along Antarctica’s coast. Physical Characteristic Human Characteristic In the Ukraine, people speak two languages: Russian and Ukranian. Physical Characteristic Human Characteristic Sort the statements into true and false True Oceans and rivers are examples of physical characteristics of a place Language and clothing are examples of human characteristics of a place The theme of place tells us what it's like there False Animals are example of human characteristics of a place