Stages of River Development - SS1 Geography Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What characterizes the lower course of a river?
Narrow and fast-flowing
Wider and slower-flowing
Steep and turbulent
Shallow and meandering
Levees in the lower course of a river are formed by:
Erosion
Deposition
Tides
Earthquakes
Which landform is typically found at the mouth of a river where it meets the sea or a lake?
Waterfall
Canyon
Delta
Plateau
What is the primary reason for the formation of deltas?
Rapid river flow
Water evaporation
Sediment deposition
Ocean currents
What type of soil is often found in deltas, making them fertile for agriculture?
Rocky soil
Sandy soil
Loamy soil
Fertile soil
Which of the following is NOT a type of delta?
Estuarine Delta
Arcuate Delta
Bird's Foot Delta
Canyon Delta
Deltas can serve as natural buffers against what natural events?
Earthquakes
Storm surges
Tornadoes
What is the distinctive shape of an arcuate delta?
Circular
Triangular
Fan-shaped
Rectangular
Which type of delta resembles the toes of a bird's foot?
Estuarine Delta
Arcuate Delta
Bird's Foot Delta
Cuspate Delta
Why are deltas important for biodiversity?
They are hotspots for tourist attractions.
They provide a unique environment for various plant and animal species.
They are the only places where fish can reproduce.
They prevent wildlife from entering urban areas.