The Mountains worksheet - Free Printable

Let's solve the problems step by step.

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Q No. 1: Label the given picture.

We are to label the parts of the mountain using these terms:
Peak, Slope, Foothills, Base, Valley

Looking at the image:

- The highest point of the mountain is the Peak.
- The inclined side of the mountain (from peak down) is the Slope.
- The lower part of the mountain, where it meets the land, is the Base.
- The area at the bottom, just before the flat land, with smaller hills, is the Foothills.
- The low area between mountains or hills, often with greenery and possibly a river, is the Valley.

Now, match the labels to the arrows:

1. Top arrow pointing to the highest point → Peak
2. Arrow pointing to the side of the mountain → Slope
3. Arrow pointing to the lower rocky area near the base → Foothills
4. Arrow pointing to the bottom of the mountain → Base
5. Arrow pointing to the low area in front → Valley

✔ So the correct labels are:

- Top: Peak
- Middle right: Slope
- Bottom left: Foothills
- Bottom middle: Base
- Bottom right: Valley

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Q No. 2: Drag each word to its relevant sentence.

Words to use:
Mountains, peak, valley, base, slope, Hills, foothills

Sentences:

1. A _________ is an area of low land between hills and mountains.
→ This describes a valley.
✔ Answer: valley

2. _________ are areas of high land.
→ Both mountains and hills are high land, but since "Mountains" is listed as a choice and "Hills" is also a word, we need to see which fits best. But the sentence says "areas" (plural), and both can be correct. However, the word "Mountains" is more general for high land. But actually, Mountains and Hills are both types of high land. Since the blank is singular, but the subject is plural ("are"), it must be Mountains or Hills — but both are valid. But likely, the intended answer is Mountains because they are typically higher. However, let’s look at context.

Wait — the words are: Mountains, peak, valley, base, slope, Hills, foothills

So two options: Mountains and Hills

But the sentence says: “_________ are areas of high land.” → Plural verb → needs plural noun.

Both Mountains and Hills are plural nouns. But since it's a general statement, Mountains is more appropriate for large high land.

But Hills also qualify.

However, the most accurate and commonly accepted answer here is:

✔ Mountains — because mountains are defined as large areas of high land.

But wait — if both are acceptable, but only one can be used, then perhaps the intended answer is Mountains.

Alternatively, could it be Hills? Yes, but usually "high land" refers to mountains.

But let’s check the other sentences.

3. Hills at the bottom of the mountains are called ____________.
→ This is clearly foothills
✔ Answer: foothills

4. The bottom of a mountain is called ____________.
→ This is base
✔ Answer: base

Now go back to Q2:

1. A valley is an area of low land between hills and mountains. ✔
2. Mountains are areas of high land. ✔ (Though "Hills" could fit too, but "Mountains" is more typical in such contexts.)
3. Hills at the bottom of the mountains are called foothills ✔
4. The bottom of a mountain is called base ✔

But note: the word Hills is listed separately. It might be used in sentence 2?

Wait — sentence 2: “__________ are areas of high land.”

If we put Hills, that’s also correct. But Mountains are also high land.

But since both are valid, and the question says "drag each word", we need to assign each word once.

So likely:

- Sentence 2: Mountains — because it's a broader category
- Then Hills is not used yet, but maybe it's meant for another sentence?

Wait — no. Only four blanks.

The words are: Mountains, peak, valley, base, slope, Hills, foothills → seven words, but only four blanks.

So some words will not be used.

But the instruction says: “Drag each word to its relevant sentence” — but there are 7 words and 4 sentences. That suggests only four words should be used.

So we pick the correct ones.

Now re-express:

1. A valley is an area of low land between hills and mountains. ✔
2. Mountains are areas of high land. ✔
3. Hills at the bottom of the mountains are called foothills ✔
4. The bottom of a mountain is called base ✔

So the words used: valley, Mountains, foothills, base

Unused: peak, slope, Hills

But “Hills” is listed as a word — but not needed.

Alternatively, could sentence 2 be Hills?

Yes: “Hills are areas of high land.” — also correct.

But the term Mountains is more specific and typically associated with high land.

But in geography, both are high land.

However, the sentence says “areas of high land” — this could include both.

But since Mountains is a word option, and Hills is also, and both are correct, but only one can be chosen per blank, and we need to pick the best fit.

But the sentence doesn’t specify size — so either could work.

But notice: sentence 3 mentions “Hills at the bottom of the mountains”, so Hills is already mentioned.

So perhaps sentence 2 is meant to be Mountains, as the primary high land.

Alternatively, maybe sentence 2 is Hills?

But that would be redundant with sentence 3.

Best logic:

- Sentence 2: “__________ are areas of high land.” — This is a general definition. The best fit is Mountains because they are the most prominent high land features.

But Hills are also high land.

However, in many textbooks, Mountains are defined as high land.

Also, the word Hills is used in sentence 3, so it may not be used again.

So likely:

✔ Final answers:

1. A valley is an area of low land between hills and mountains.
2. Mountains are areas of high land.
3. Hills at the bottom of the mountains are called foothills.
4. The bottom of a mountain is called base.

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✔ Final Answer Key:

#### Q No. 1: Labels on Picture
- Top (highest point): Peak
- Side (inclined surface): Slope
- Lower hill-like area near base: Foothills
- Bottom of mountain: Base
- Low area in front: Valley

#### Q No. 2: Fill in the Blanks
1. A valley is an area of low land between hills and mountains.
2. Mountains are areas of high land.
3. Hills at the bottom of the mountains are called foothills.
4. The bottom of a mountain is called base.

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🔍 Explanation:

- Peak: The topmost point of a mountain.
- Slope: The inclined surface of the mountain from peak to base.
- Foothills: Lower hills at the base of a mountain range.
- Base: The lowest part of the mountain where it meets the ground.
- Valley: A low area between hills or mountains, often with rivers.
- Mountains: Large landforms rising above surrounding areas, typically over 600 meters.
- Hills: Smaller than mountains, but still elevated land.
- Foothills: Transitional zone between mountains and plains.
- Base: The foundation or lowest part of a mountain.

This worksheet teaches basic mountain geography and vocabulary.