10 Questions
What did Jenny enjoy doing with her dad's mashed potatoes?
Creating a mashed potato mountain
How did Jenny's grandfather relate Jenny's mashed potato mountain to his work?
By comparing it to rivers and streams
Where do rivers flow into according to the text?
Ocean or lake
What determines if a river flows seasonally?
Heavy rainfall in certain years
What is the beginning of a river or stream called?
The source
What is erosion?
The wearing away and movement of pieces of earth
What landform is created when rivers flow into larger bodies of water?
River deltas
Which type of stream has multiple overlapping channels?
Braided stream
What type of landform is usually made of sand or gravel along a shoreline?
Beaches
Why do rivers pose a natural hazard for homes and buildings built near them?
They often flood and cause destruction
Test your knowledge about rivers with this quiz that explores the characteristics and behavior of rivers. Learn about how rivers flow, carve paths, and interact with their surroundings.
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