S1 Unit 1: Georgia Regions, Physical, Transportation

Front

In which two hemispheres is Georgia located?

Back

Northern and Western

Front

Rolling hills are to the Piedmont region as Georgia’s highest mountains are to the _____ region.

Back

Blue Ridge

Front

The high peaks in this region provide precipitation for the rest of the state as well as the creation of many river systems in Georgia. Options: Coastal Plain, Appalachian Plateau, Blue Ridge, Piedmont

Back

Blue Ridge

Front

Within what region of the United States would you locate Georgia? Options: Midwest, Pacific Northwest, Northeast

Back

Southeast

Front

Which region is known for red clay soil, a large population, and its location near the Fall Line?

Back

Piedmont

Front

Georgia is located on what continent?

Back

North America

Front

Michael is visiting tourist locations in states that border Georgia. Which location would he NOT visit? Talladega Raceway in Alabama, The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee, Hilton Head Beach in South Carolina

Back

The University of Mississippi in Oxford, Mississippi

Front

This physical feature of Georgia extends through three regions of Georgia, and crosses from our nation into Canada.

Back

The Appalachian Mountains

Front

At which physical feature would you construct a factory to generate hydropower in 1820 when electricity does not exist? Options: Okefenokee Swamp, Warm Springs, Coastal Plain, Fall Line

Back

Fall Line

Front

Why is the Okefenokee Swamp unique?

Back

It is the largest freshwater swamp in North America.