Worksheet: Relief Features of the Continents | Footprints Class 6: Book Solutions, Notes & Worksheets PDF Download

Q1: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

(i) What causes the relief features of the continents?
(a) Oceans
(b) Lithospheric plates
(c) Wind and rain

(ii) Which type of mountain is formed by the compressive movements of the Earth's lithospheric plates?
(a) Block mountains
(b) Volcanic mountains
(c) Fold mountains

(iii) What is the highest plateau in the world?
(a) Colorado Plateau
(b) Tibetan Plateau
(c) Deccan Plateau

(iv) Which external process is responsible for wearing down old features through erosion?
(a) Volcanic eruptions
(b) Wind and rain
(c) Plate tectonics

(v) What is the main factor that makes plains densely populated?
(a) Fertile soil
(b) High mountains
(c) Harsh climate

Q2: Fill in the Blanks

(i) Mountains are landforms that are raised steeply, forming peaks, above the surrounding land. Most mountains are formed as a result of ____________ movements—folding, faulting, or volcanic eruptions.
(ii) Block mountains are formed when tectonic plate movements cause __________ or fracturing of the Earth’s lithospheric plates.
(iii) Plateaus are also called flat-topped mountains or __________ because their flat tops look like tables rising steeply from the surrounding lowlands.
(iv) Plains are flat and low-lying areas, not more than ________ above sea level.

Q3: Match the Column (In a Table)

Q4: True/False Questions

(i) Mountains formed within the last 40 million years are known as old fold mountains.
(ii) Plateaus are found 200 meters below sea level.
(iii) Plains provide the most fertile agricultural land.
(iv) Plateaus are never surrounded by mountains.
(v) Mt Pelee is an example of a volcanic mountain.

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