Physical Features of the Earth
Explore the different physical features that make up the Earth's landscape with this Grade 5 social studies worksheet.
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Physical Features of the Earth
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1. Which of the following is a large natural elevation of the Earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level?
Plateau
Mountain
Valley
Plain
2. A large body of salt water that covers most of the Earth's surface is called an .
3. A deep, narrow valley with steep sides, often with a river flowing through it, is a .
4. Describe the difference between a peninsula and an island.
5. Deserts are always hot and sandy.
True
False
6. Look at the image below. What physical feature is being shown?
Match each physical feature with its definition.
7. Lake
a. A flat area of land
8. Plain
b. A large body of fresh water surrounded by land
9. Volcano
c. A mountain or hill with a vent through which lava, rock fragments, hot vapor, and gas are ejected