Question

the ___ is land that touches the ocean
○ escarpment
○ basin
○ gulf
○ mesa
○ coast

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Escarpment: A steep slope, not related to land touching the ocean.
• Basin: A low - lying area, not for land - ocean contact.
• Gulf: A part of the ocean, not land.
• Mesa: A flat - topped hill, not related to the ocean.
• Coast: By definition, the land along the edge of the ocean (or sea), so it matches the description.

Answer:

E. coast