A narrow piece of land connecting two large masses of land is known as _________?
Correct answer: B. Isthmus
- A. Gulf
- B. Isthmus
- C. Peninsula
- D. Continent
Explanation
An isthmus is a narrow strip of land joining two larger landmasses and often separating two bodies of water. A peninsula projects into water but is connected to land on only one side.
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