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Question 18 • RIDDLE-FL-2103300-World Cultural Geography B IEP EDIT 25/26

Which of the following descriptions best defines a gulf?

Answer
A
a large area of saltwater that is surrounded by land on three sides
B
a thin strip of water between two areas of land
C
a lake that is connected to a river
D
a large body of water with rivers flowing out of it

Explanation

A gulf is a large area of saltwater that extends into land and is surrounded by land on three sides. A thin strip of water between two areas of land describes a strait, not a gulf. Therefore, the best answer is A: a large area of saltwater that is surrounded by land on three sides.

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