Chapter Five Exam (W.G)

Front

This mountain range is the oldest on the North American continent

Back

the Appalachians

Front

What physical process shaped the basins that formed the Great Lakes?

Back

glacial activity

Front

This divide determines the flow and direction of water on the west coast

Back

The Continental

Front

Which of the following regions of the United States is most affected by hurricanes? The Appalachian Mountains, The Great Plains, The Southeast, The Colorado Plateau

Back

The Southeast

Front

The United States has the largest known reserves of which of the following resources? Petroleum, Coal, Copper, Water

Back

Coal

Front

Which of the following natural resources is nonrenewable? Fish, Water, Fossil Fuels, Timber

Back

Fossil Fuels

Front

This lake is the world's largest freshwater lake. It is the coldest and deepest of the Great Lakes, with a maximum depth of 406 meters.

Back

Lake Superior

Front

This mountain is the highest point in the United States, it is located in Canada.

Back

Mount McKinley

Front

What is the name of this mountain range?

Back

The Rocky Mountains

Front

What is the primary cause of earthquakes in California?

Back

Fault lines