Sample questions 1. Examine the 1:50 000 Ordnance Survey map extract found on p. 124 and answer each of the following questions. The landscape shown on this map extract has been shaped by different physical processes including river erosion, glacial erosion and weathering.
(a) Circle the two processes of glacial erosion listed in the box below. Plucking
Solution Longshore drift Saltation
(b) On a hike through the area shown on the map extract on p. 124, your friend asks you how this landscape was formed. Write the answer you would give to explain how the processes of glacial erosion have shaped the landscape shown on the map extract. Refer to the map extract in your answer. (SEC sample paper, Q6 (b) & (c)
2. Below is a diagram showing features of glacial deposition. Select one feature and describe how the processes of glacial deposition have resulted in its formation.
Retreating glacier
Drumlin swarm
Terminal moraine
Abrasion Compression Exam hints!
You should answer this question by following these steps: » State your chosen processes
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» Next, give the grid reference for features of glacial erosion found on the OS map extract.
» Finally, explain how the processes of glacial erosion have created these features on the landscape.
Spend time looking over the features. Select the feature that you are most confident with. Use FEED here to give the answer a formal structure. This will ensure that you leave nothing out.
For this question, we will use FEED: F eature, E xplanation of formation, E xample, D iagram.