Geography of Mississippi Notes Flashcard

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Identify and describe the location and borders of Mississippi.

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Mississippi is located in the southeastern region of the United States, bordered by Tennessee to the north, Alabama to the east, the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and Louisiana and Arkansas to the west.

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Explain the major landforms and regions within the state of Mississippi.

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The Mississippi Delta and Gulf Coastal Plain

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Mississippi’s climate and common weather patterns can be described as:

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Humid subtropical with long, hot summers and short, mild winters

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Mississippi is known for its natural resources and industries. Which of the following is NOT one of them? Forestry, Fishing, Technology, Agriculture

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Technology

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Mississippi's location and climate makes it prone to weather events like hurricanes, tornadoes, and heavy rainfall. True or False?

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True

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Which of the following are geographical features of Mississippi? The Rocky Mountains, The Mississippi River, The Sahara Desert, The Great Barrier Reef

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The Mississippi River

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Mississippi's geography influences its climate, economy, and way of life in various ways. Which of the following is NOT a way that geography impacts Mississippi? It affects the agricultural practices due to fertile soil. It influences the state's tourism industry with its natural landscapes. It impacts the transportation system with its river networks.

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It determines the state's political structure.

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Mississippi's location is important to its economy and culture because:

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It is a major transportation hub.

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How do the different landforms in Mississippi, such as the Mississippi River, Gulf Coastal Plain, Piney Woods, and Loess Bluffs, impact the state's economy, environment, and way of life?

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They provide natural resources and tourism opportunities.

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Which river forms the western border and plays a crucial role in transportation, commerce, and agriculture?

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Mississippi River