The Southwest, New England, and Mid Atlantic

Turn and Talk!

Why is the Southwest region of the United States a very significant region of the United States either geographically and culturally?

Sentence Stems:

I know that the Southwest is sigificant...

I discussed that the Southwest is.....

Open Ended

Why is the Southwest region of the United States a very significant region of the United States either geographically and culturally?

Sentence Stems:

I know that the Southwest is sigificant...

I discussed that the Southwest is.....

Open Ended

How does the physical geography of Texas influence farming practices in the region?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following regions in Texas is known for its Piney Woods?

• East Texas

• West Texas

• Central Texas

• North Texas

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a region that Texas is included in?

• South

• Great Plains

• Southwest

• Pacific Northwest

Open Ended

Name three Mid-Atlantic states and describe one physical or economic feature they share.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following economic activities is declining in the Mid-Atlantic region?

• Farming

• Mining

• Manufacturing

• Shipping

Multiple Choice

Which of the following states is NOT considered part of New England?

• Maine

• Vermont

• New York

• Rhode Island

Multiple Choice

Which region is the state of Texas primaraly located in?

• West

• Southwest

• South

• Midwest

Multiple Choice

Which region is home to Harvard and other Ivy League Schools?

• Midwest

• New England

• Mid Atlantic

• West

Open Ended

What is the geographical and cultural significance of the New England area? Provide at least two examples.