Coastal Landscapes GCSE Geography Quick Fire Quiz
Test your knowledge of Coastal Landscapes with this Quick Fire Quiz.
This quiz consists of 15 questions, including multiple-choice and short-answer questions.
For multiple-choice questions, choose the correct answer.
Questions
What is the process of coastal erosion?
The breaking down and removal of material from the coast by wave action.
Which of the following landforms is created by coastal erosion?
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What is longshore drift?
The sideways movement of sediment along the coast due to the angle of wave approach.
What is a headland?
A narrow piece of land that juts out into the sea.
Which of the following is a feature of wave-cut erosion?
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How is a spit formed?
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What is a bay?
A large, sheltered area of water, often between two headlands.
What type of wave is most effective at eroding the coast?
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Which of the following is a method of coastal management to prevent erosion?
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What is the primary role of groynes in coastal management?
To prevent longshore drift and reduce beach erosion.
What are salt marshes formed by?
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How do waves contribute to the formation of a beach?
By depositing sand and pebbles from the sea onto the shore.
What is the difference between a constructive wave and a destructive wave?
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What is a sea wall designed to do?
Reflect waves back into the sea and protect the coast from erosion.
Which coastal landform is created by the deposition of sediment at the mouth of a river?
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