Question

directions: fill in the blank.
basin savanna plateau estuary tributary archipelago
continent topography desert rift valley

1. africa is the second-largest _______________ on earth.
2. the _______________ of africa is diverse, consisting of grassy plains with scattered

trees and shrubs.

1. the sahara is a famous _______________ in africa, known for its arid and barren

conditions.

1. the great _______________ is a geological wonder that stretches from the middle

east to mozambique.

1. the congo _______________ is a large, low-lying area where water drains into and is

surrounded by higher land.

1. the _______________ of africa can vary, with some areas characterized by elevated

flatlands with steep sides.

1. an _______________ is a partially enclosed coastal body of water where freshwater

mixes with saltwater.

1. the nile river in africa has several major _______________ flowing into it.
2. the indian ocean islands of seychelles and mauritius are part of an _______________.
3. the _______________ of africa includes the physical features and characteristics of the

land.

Explanation:

1. Africa is a continent, so "Continent" fits.
2. Savanna is a grassy plain with scattered trees, so "Savanna" is correct.
3. Sahara is a desert, so "Desert" is right.
4. The Great Rift Valley is a geological wonder in Africa, so "Rift Valley" is appropriate.
5. A basin is a low - lying area where water drains into, so "Basin" is used.
6. Plateau is an elevated flatland with steep sides, so "Plateau" is correct.
7. Estuary is where freshwater mixes with saltwater, so "Estuary" is the answer.
8. Tributary is a stream flowing into a larger river, so "Tributary" fits.
9. Archipelago is a group of islands, so "Archipelago" is correct.
10. Topography refers to the physical features of the land, so "Topography" is right.

Answer:

1. Continent
2. Savanna
3. Desert
4. Rift Valley
5. Basin
6. Plateau
7. Estuary
8. Tributary
9. Archipelago
10. Topography