4 Regions of Texas

Which region of Texas is the driest?

• Mountains & Basins

• Great Plains

• North Central Plains

• Coastal Plains

Which of the following best describes the features of a bayou?

• Flat area of dry land that borders a large body of water.

• Large area of gently rolling hills and few trees.

• Marshy, wet area with fast-moving streams.

• Marshy, wet area with slow-moving streams.

In which region of Texas do you live?

• Mountains & Basins

• Great Plains

• North Central Plains

• Coastal Plains

Which of the following is a type of vegetation found in the Mountains & Basins region?

• Cacti

• Pecan trees

• Cotton

• Elm trees

Why did people build national parks in Texas?

• To protect the state's landforms.

• To protect the state's natural resources.

• To protect the state's vegetation.

• All of the answers are correct.

Differences between the Mountains & Basins Region and the Coastal Plains Region?

• Both regions have hot summers and cool winters.

• Both regions are hot and dry.

• The Mountains & Basins regions is dry; the Coastal Plains region is wet.

• The Coastal Plains region has mild temperatures; the Mountains & Basins region is very cold.

Amarillo is a center for the natural gas industry. Which of the following is a natural resource related to this industry?

• Helium

• Mohair

• Livestock

• Lignite

What is the highest point in Texas?

• Davis Mountain

• El Capitan

• Edwards Plateau

• Guadalupe Peak

What large body of water touches the Coastal Plains region?

• Gulf of Florida

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Gulf of Mexico

Which of the following is a natural landmark in the Great Plains region?

• Palo Duro Canyon

• Grand Prairie

• El Capitan

• Padre Island