Question

a ___ is land that is mostly level or that rises only slightly.
○ butte
○ plain
○ basin
○ plateau
○ mesa

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• A butte is a small, isolated hill with steep sides, not level.
• A plain is defined as land that is mostly level or rises only slightly, matching the description.
• A basin is a low - lying area, often with a depression, not level or slightly rising in the way described.
• A plateau is a flat - topped area with steep sides, usually at a relatively high elevation and not just slightly rising.
• A mesa is a flat - topped hill with steep sides, similar to a butte but larger, not level or slightly rising.

Answer:

B. plain