Ch 4 history

Which features and landforms are found in the Midwest? Select all that apply.

• Great Lakes

• Ohio River

• prairies

• Rocky mountains

• rain forests

Which plains are NOT in the midwest?

• Coastal Plains

• Great Plains

• Central Plains

In the Midwest, temperatures can be extreme. Summers can be very hot and winters can be very cold.

• true

• false

The only Great Lake NOT in the midwest is Lake Ontario.

• true

• false

The Great Lakes were formed by glaciers that moved across the land and formed deep pits that later were filled with water when the glaciers melted.

• true

• false

Check ALL of the factors that make the Midwest a great place for farming.

• rich soil

• level (flat) ground

• long growing season

• sunshine all year round

• dry climate

Arable means...

• contains air

• hot

• capable of growing crops

Which crops and goods is the Midwest best known for producing. Check all that apply.

• corn and wheat

• eggs

• dairy products (milk, cheese, butter)

• pigs

• sugar cane

Michigan produces many fruits such as...

• apples

• cherries

• berries

• bananas

Iron, coal, steel and limestone are important mineral resources exported from the Midwest.

• true

• false