SS Unit 1 Review

Region 1:

• Desert

• Mountains and Basins

• Rio Grande Valley

• Southern

Region 2:

• Mountains

• Interior Region

• Great Plains

• Center Plains

Region 3:

• Rivers Region

• Northern Region

• North Central Plains

• Dallas/Fort Worth

Region 4:

• Ocean Region

• Houston

• Southern Plains

• Coastal Plains

Texas is divided into regions based upon their______?

• physical features

• population

• political parties

• history

In which region of Texas will you find a warm wet climate and natural resources that provide water for recreation?

• Central Plains

• Great Plains

• Coastal Plains

• Mountains and Basins

Why are there not many cities in the Mountain and Basins Region as compared to the North Central Plains?

• The region has a mild climate.

• The region has limited natural resources.

• The transportation to the region is difficult.

• The land is flat and uninteresting.

Why would someone choose to settle in the Coastal Plains instead of the Mountain and Basin Region?

• The Coastal Plains have more crime.

• The Coastal Plains have more crowded highways.

• The Coastal Plains have access to Mexico.

• The Coastal Plains have access to more water.

This panhandle region of Texas has hot summers, cold winters, plains, escarpments, and plateau landforms. Where is the panhandle region located?

• Mountains and Basins

• Interior Region

• Great Plains

• Center Plains

The plains regions benefit Texas by

• Having fertile land for agriculture

• Having hills and mountains for winter sports

• Having desert areas for animal habitats

• Having mild and cool summers to attract tourists