The term “Fjord” refers to:

A. Wide river
B. Desert
C. Sydney
D. Long narrow sea inlet bordered by steep cliffs or mountains
Correct Answer: D. Long narrow sea inlet bordered by steep cliffs or mountains

Correct answer: Long narrow sea inlet bordered by steep cliffs or mountains. A fjord is a long, narrow sea inlet with steep sides, usually carved by a glacier.

Background: Fjords are found in Norway, Chile, and New Zealand.

  • Wide river: A wide river is called an estuary or a river.
  • Desert: A desert is a dry area.
  • Sydney: Sydney is a city.

Did you know? The Geirangerfjord in Norway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Memory trick: Fjord = glacier-carved sea inlet.

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