A2 Geography 2021
Coastal Environments
General Knowledge Quiz
1. Using the photos on the screen, name the type of coastal management
being used in the photo. [4pts]
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2. Using the space below, create a fully labeled cross-sectional profile of a
beach. [10pts]
3. Describe the following minor coastal landforms[4pts]
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4. In the space provided below, outline and describe the stages that result
in the formation of a mature dune. [6pts]
5. What is meant by the term “littoral cell”? [3 pts]
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6. What is the difference between a “discordant coastline” and a
“concordant coastline and give an example of at least 1 landform found
on each type of coastline? [6pts]
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7. Give an example of a sub-aerial process or factor that can have an effect
on cliff shape or stability. [4pts]
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8. Winstenhall is a seaside resort town and depends heavily on beach
tourism for its survival. In recent years, authorities have noticed a
change in weather patterns and the beaches around their town have
begun shrinking and changing composition. They need to solve this issue
before it causes the tourists to stop coming.
[12 pts]
For the scenario listed above, provide:
(a) A possible cause or causes for the changes that are being
experienced along the town’s coastline.
(b) Suggestion(s) for tools or techniques to help control the
changes and save the coastline for the town.
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9. With the aid of examples, describe the reasons that many experts are
warning that coral reefs around the world are under threat. [12pts]
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