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GCSE geography quiz relating to the AQA 2016 specification. Includes definitions for the topic: "The River Valley"

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The River Valley quiz - GCSE AQA Geography

The River Valley quiz - GCSE AQA Geography

Question 1 of 10

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Which is the definition of a river's upper course?

Select one of the following:

  • The area closest to the mouth

  • The area closest to the source

Explanation

Question 2 of 10

1

Which is the definition of a river's lower course?

Select one of the following:

  • The area closest to the source

  • The area closest to the mouth

Explanation

Question 3 of 10

1

Fill the blank spaces to complete the text.

The of the changes along the river. The shape depends on which is the process - erosion or .

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Question 4 of 10

1

The cross profile shows the gradient of the river over different courses.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 5 of 10

1

The cross profile is the cross section of the river and shows the shape of the valley and the channels as the river changes over the courses.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 6 of 10

1

Fill the blank space to complete the text.

deepens the river valley and channel, making it v-shaped.

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Question 7 of 10

1

Vertical erosion is dominant in the lower course.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 8 of 10

1

erosion the river valley and channel.

Drag and drop to complete the text.

    Lateral
    Vertical
    Standard
    widens
    deepens

Explanation

Question 9 of 10

1

A dominant process is one that has the most impact.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 10 of 10

1

Define 'river course'.

Select one of the following:

  • The path of a river as it flows downstream

  • The gradient of a river as it flows downstream

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