To complete this worksheet, see the instructions in the textbook (Chapter 11 Inv

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To complete this worksheet, see the instructions in the textbook (Chapter 11 Investigation).

Table 1. Landscape Features and Geologic Setting

Observations: Read the descriptions in your textbook (Chapter 11 Investigation) about this place and think about what the descriptions imply about shoreline processes, sources of fresh water and other natural resources, and other aspects that might be important.

Features and Processes: On Table 2, identify the types of features you interpret to be present and what type of processes are likely associated with each feature.

Implications for a Port or Settlement: Consider the features and processes to decide the best sites for a port and for a settlement. On the map, write the letter (P) for the best site for a port and (S) for the best site for a settlement. There is not a single best choice, but be prepared to describe your reasoning and defend your choice.

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Table 2. Features and Processes

Table 2. Features and Processes

For the sites listed below, identify what type of shoreline feature is present, what processes likely occur there, and any implications for either a port of settlement. The numbers in the table correspond to the numbered text boxes in the textbook.

Location

Feature

Processes and Implications

1. Cliffs along western coast (left side of island)

2. Flat bench above west coast

3. Delta on the northern coast

4. North shore

5. Embayments along the eastern coast

6. Ridge of sand and adjacent island along the south coast

Table 3. Multiple-Choice Questions for Chapter 11 Investigation

Table 3. Multiple-Choice Questions for Chapter 11 Investigation

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What shoreline feature is represented by the very steep topography along the western coast (left side of island)?

a) sea cliffs; b) marine terrace; c) delta

d) spit and sand bar; e) submerged coastline; f) sandy beach

What shoreline feature is represented by the flat bench above the west coast?

a) sea cliffs; b) marine terrace; c) delta

d) spit and sand bar; e) submerged coastline; f) sandy beach

What shoreline feature is represented by the area of sediment accumulation where a river meets the sea on the northern coast?

a) sea cliffs; b) marine terrace; c) delta

d) spit and sand bar; e) submerged coastline; f) sandy beach

What shoreline feature is present along the eastern part of the north shore?

a) sea cliffs; b) marine terrace; c) delta

d) spit and sand bar; e) submerged coastline; f) sandy beach

What do the embayments along the eastern coast l reflect?

a) sea cliffs; b) marine terrace; c) delta

d) spit and sand bar; e) submerged coastline; f) sandy beach

What shoreline feature consists of the ridge of sand and the adjacent island along the south coast?

a) sea cliffs; b) marine terrace; c) delta

d) spit and sand bar; e) submerged coastline; f) sandy beach

What shoreline process is likely occurring at the cliffs along the western coast (left side of island)?

a) erosion of bedrock along the shoreline

b) formation of a spit and sand bar

c) subsidence of the land relative to sea level

What shoreline process has likely occurred to form on the flat bench above the west coast?

a) deposition of sediment from the land

b) transport of delta-derived sediment along the coast

c) uplift of the land relative to sea level

What shoreline process is likely occurring where the river meets the sea on the northern coast?

a) erosion of the shoreline

b) deposition of sediment from the land

c) subsidence of the land relative to sea level

What shoreline process is likely occurring along the eastern part of the north shore?

a) transport of delta-derived sediment along the coast

b) uplift to the land relative to sea level

c) subsidence of the land relative to sea level

What shoreline process is likely occurring at the embayments long the eastern coast?

a) erosion of the shoreline

b) uplift of the land relative to sea level

c) subsidence of the land relative to sea level

What shoreline process is likely occurring to produce the ridge of sand and adjacent island along the south coast?

a) erosion of the shoreline

b) transport of sand and other sediment along the coast

c) subsidence of the land relative to sea level

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Based on the features on this island, what is the direction of waves and sediment transport?

a) west to east

b) east to west

c) north to south

Which of the following places on the island is the best place for a port?

a) west side, near the cliffs

b) east side, in the embayments

c) on the sandy island on the south side

Table 2. Features and Processes

For the sites listed below, identify what type of shoreline feature is present, what processes likely occur there, and any implications for either a port of settlement. The numbers in the table correspond to the numbered text boxes in the textbook.

Location

Feature

Processes and Implications

1. Cliffs along western coast (left side of island)

2. Flat bench above west coast

3. Delta on the northern coast

4. North shore

5. Embayments along the eastern coast

6. Ridge of sand and adjacent island along the south coast

Explanation / Answer

Features and Processes

Feature Processes and Implications

1.Sea cliff Erosion of the shoreline is the process occurring here. This implies that is a best site for port location and marine habitat.

2.Marine terrace Uplift of land relative to sea level is the process occurring here indicating best site for human settlement.

3.Bird’s foot delta Deposition of load from the river channel as it enters the sea. This implies that this is the best site for human settlement.

4.Barrier island   Formed by the process of sediment transport. Best site for human settlement

5.Bayhead beaches These are brought about by the process of wave erosion. Best sites for port location.

6.Sand bar and spit These are depositional features. Best sites for human settlement

Multiple-Choice Questions for Chapter 11 Investigation

1)a) sea cliffs

2)b) marine terrace

3)c) delta

4)e)Submerged coastline

5)f) sandy beach

6)d)Spit and sand bar

7)a)Erosion of bedrock along shoreline

8)c)Uplift of land relative to sea level

9)b)Deposition of sediment from land

10)a) transport of delta-derived sediment along the coast

11)c) subsidence of the land relative to sea level

12)b) transport of sand and other sediment along the coast

13)b) east to west

14)b) east side, in the embayments

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