Day 3-4 Map Stations

Open Ended

Why is it important to study region maps and data such as elevation, rivers, climate, economy, and population when learning about Texas?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following rivers is shown flowing through Texas on the map?

• Mississippi River

• Guadalupe River

• Colorado River (outside Texas)

• Hudson River

Multiple Choice

Why are the rivers of Texas referred to as 'wrong way rivers'?

• Because they flow from the dry part of the state to the wet part

• Because they flow from the wet part of the state to the dry part

• Because they flow north instead of south

• Because they do not reach the Gulf of Mexico

Multiple Choice

Which Texas region is described as having high, hilly land with deep valleys and canyons, and is known for meat processing centers and oil and gas industries?

• Coastal Plains

• North Central Plains

• Great Plains

• Piney Woods

Open Ended

How do the physical features and climate of the Great Plains region affect its economic activities?

Multiple Choice

Which region of Texas is characterized by mountains, basins, and few towns due to its rocky soil and terrain?

• Mountains and Basins

• Coastal Plains

• Great Plains

• Central Plains

Multiple Select

Based on the rainfall maps, which of the following statements are true about rainfall patterns in Texas?

• Rainfall decreases from east to west.

• The eastern part of Texas receives more than 56 inches of rain annually.

• The western part of Texas receives less than 20 inches of rain annually.

• Rainfall increases from west to east.

Multiple Choice

Which mineral resource is most widely distributed across Texas according to the Texas Mineral Resources map?

• Oil

• Coal

• Limestone

• Natural gas

Open Ended

What can you infer about population distribution in Texas based on the night lights map?

Multiple Choice

What is one major reason thousands of people have been attracted to Texas in recent years?

• Its healthy economy and job opportunities

• Its cold winters and mild summers

• Its low population density in rural areas

• Its lack of highways and infrastructure

Multiple Choice

Based on the temperature maps and graph, which city in Texas is likely to experience the hottest summers?

• Houston

• El Paso

• Dallas

• Lubbock

Multiple Select

Which of the following factors contribute to the climate differences across Texas regions?

• Proximity to the Gulf of Mexico

• Elevation changes

• Sea breezes

• Urban population density

Multiple Select

As you travel from the Gulf Coast to West Texas, which landforms and features will you encounter?

• Flat level plains

• Rolling hills

• Plateaus and canyons

• Dense forests

Open Ended

Explain how elevation affects the physical geography and climate of Texas as you travel from east to west.

Multiple Choice

How does the elevation change as you move from west to east across Texas, and how might this affect the climate and water availability in different regions of the state?

• Elevation increases from west to east, leading to more rainfall in the west.

• Elevation decreases from west to east, which may result in more surface water in the east.

• Elevation remains the same across Texas, so there is no impact on climate or water.

• Elevation increases from west to east, causing more droughts in the east.

Open Ended

How do the rivers shown on the map influence the population and economy of Texas?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following rivers flows through Texas and empties into the Gulf of Mexico?

• Mississippi River

• Sabine River

• Colorado River (outside Texas)

• Rio Grande