Question 7

Plain and Canyon

The landforms depicted in the illustration include a plain and a canyon, which are characterized by their distinct features in the landscape. A plain is typically flat and expansive, while a canyon is known for its steep sides and formed by erosion from a river.

A) Plateau

A plateau is a flat, elevated area that rises sharply above the surrounding area, often characterized by its height and flat top. This option is incorrect as the illustration does not depict such an elevated flat landform.

B) Canyon

A canyon is a deep valley with steep sides, usually formed by the erosion of a river over time. This option is one of the correct answers as it accurately describes one of the landforms shown in the illustration.

C) Plain

A plain is a large area of flat land with few trees and is often found at low elevation. This option is correct because the illustration includes a flat, expansive area that fits the definition of a plain.

D) Peninsula

A peninsula is a landform surrounded by water on three sides and is connected to the mainland. This option is incorrect since the illustration does not show any landform that resembles a peninsula.

E) Canal

A canal is an artificial waterway constructed to allow the passage of boats or ships. This option is not correct as the illustration does not depict any man-made waterway resembling a canal.

Conclusion

In summary, the correct landforms identified in the illustration are a plain and a canyon due to their specific characteristics. The other options, including plateau, peninsula, and canal, do not accurately represent the features shown and therefore are not considered correct answers.