Multiple choice

A lake is

  1. land area surrounded by water

  2. forest area surrounded by water

  3. water area surrounded by land

  4. None of the above

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C Correct answer
Explanation

A lake is defined as a body of water surrounded by land. This distinguishes it from an island (land surrounded by water). Lakes can be natural or artificial and vary greatly in size and depth.