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1. 1.

   Fill in the blanks.

   1. The Earth has three distinct layers - the ___________, the ___________ and the ___________.
   2. The surface of the Earth is shaped by ___________ processes and ___________ processes.
   3. Mt Kilimanjaro is an example of a ___________ mountain.
   4. Mountains that are less than 600 m in height are known as ___________.
   5. The Plateau of Tibet is an example of an ___________ plateau.
2. 2.

   Tick the sentences that are true. Correct the others.

   1. Landmasses cover 71% of the Earth's surface.
   2. Aggradation and degradation are exogenous forces,
   3. A plateau is a highland with a pointed top.
   4. Rivers carry a heavy load of finely eroded material called alluvium.
   5. Rift valleys are formed due to tectonic forces.
   6. Lava that flows onto the surface of the Earth is called magma.
3. 3.

   Multiple choice questions.

   1. The long narrow top of a mountain is called a:
      1. peak
      2. range
      3. ridge
      4. plateau
   2. As glaciers cut their way through mountains, they form
      1. A-shaped valleys
      2. U-shaped valleys
      3. O-shaped valleys
      4. V-shaped valleys
   3. A plateau surrounded by mountains is called:
      1. an intermontane plateau
      2. a mountain plateau
      3. a continental plateau
      4. a volcanic plateau
   4. Rivers carry a heavy load of finely eroded material called:
      1. alluvium
      2. deposits
      3. graben 
      4. loess
4. 4.

   Mountains are a boon for people living in the plains. Give reasons.

5. 5.

   Large cities and industries develop on plains. Give reasons.

6. 6.

   Mountainous regions are more peaceful and less polluted than the plains. Give reasons.