Unit 1 Review

In which ways were the Comanches and Kiowas similar? Select ALL that apply.

Select TWO correct answers.

• lived in the Coastal Plains

• gathered berries

• hunted buffalo

• lived in bands

Tornado alley is located in this region of Texas

• Great Plains

• Gulf Coast

• Mountains & Basins

• North Central Plains

How do geographic factors contribute to the economic development of Texas?

• The culture is determined by regions

• Resources and climate provide economic opportunities

• The government controls what is produced

• is limited by the history of the area

Which Native American culture region was known for their skilled fishing?

• Puebloan

• Plains

• Nomadic

• Gulf Coast

Which region includes the long coastline of the Gulf of Mexico, including port cities like Port Arthur and Galveston?

• Mountains & Basins

• Great Plains

• North Central Plains

• Coastal Plains

Which region has the highest elevations in places like Big Bend and Guadalupe National Parks?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Which region includes the majority of the Texas Panhandle and cities like Amarillo, Lubbock, and Abilene?

• A

• B

• C

• D

How is the amount of precipitation in East Texas different from the amount in West Texas?

• West Texas gets more rain than East Texas.

• East Texas gets approximately 25 cm or less precipitation per year.

• West Texas gets more than 75 cm of precipitation per year.

• East Texas gets more rain than West Texas.

What do the Piney Woods and Gulf Coast Plain regions of Texas have in COMMON?

• Both have large oil reserves.

• Both lack significant sources of fresh water.

• Both have a thriving timber industry.

• Both contain the two largest cities.

According to the reading which group of Indians is being described? 

Historically the buffalo had more influence on man than all other animals combined. It was life, food, raiment, and shelter to the Indians. The buffalo and the Indians lived together, and together passed away. 

• Pueblo Indians 

• Plains Indians 

• Gulf Indians 

  
  

• Southeastern Indians