NM Geography Quiz

Area of relatively level high ground

A large area of flat land with few trees.

A natural depression on the earth's surface, typically containing water.

Steep-sided gully formed by the fast-flowing water in an arid or semi-arid region, found in the southwestern US.

Mostly dry area, that can be found on almost every continent with elevations range from 4,000 to 10,000 feet.

Characterized by abrupt changes in elevation, alternating between narrow mountain chains and flat arid valleys or basins

A map shows the government borders for countries, states and counties and the location of capitals and major cities.

Large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level

An isolated flat-topped hill with steep sides

A map that shows the natural landscape features of Earth