Chapter 3 Quiz

Which benefits of rivers most influenced where colonies and settlements developed in America?(Choose 3)

• Rivers provide access to drinking water.

• Rivers can be used for recreational activities

• River water can be used for irrigation.

• Rivers can be used for transportation of people and goods.

Which benefits of rivers most influenced where colonies and settlements developed in America?(Choose 2)

• Rivers can be used for transportation of people and goods.

• Rivers can produce hydroelectric power.

• Rivers form a natural border between two areas.

• Rivers provide access to drinking water.

As American settlers moved west, how did physical features affect where many cities developed?

• Cities developed along mountain ranges to avoid river flooding.

• Cities developed along rivers because transportation and trade was easier.

Which of these are human made features?

• Rocky Mountains

• Grand Canyon

• Hoover Dam

• Erie Canal

Which of these features are natural features?

• Rocky Mountains

• Erie Canal

• Great Lakes

• Hudson River

Which of these features are natural features?

• Grand Canyon

• Great Lakes

• Erie Canal

• Hoover Dam

Which mountain range is identified by number 1?

• Rocky Mountains

• Appalachian Mountains

Which mountain range is identified by number 2?

• Rocky Mountains

• Appalachian Mountains

Choose the correct answer to complete the sentence below.

The appearance of the Rocky Mountains is characterized by.....

• steep, jagged peaks

• rounded peaks

Choose the correct answer to complete the sentence below.

The appearance of the Appalachian Mountains is characterized by.....

• steep, jagged peaks

• rounded peaks