10/11 Wed How Geography Shaped United States History Video Check

What is one reason for the United States' history of success and prosperity?

• Great leaders of the past

• Culture that values personal freedoms and innovation

• Large population

• Vast oceans on both sides

What is the approximate size of the United States?

• 1 million square miles

• 2 million square miles

• 3 million square miles

• 4 million square miles

Why is the size of the United States a deterrent to potential invaders?

• It has a large military force

• It has a large population

• It is surrounded by vast oceans

• It is difficult to maintain communication and supply lines

Which country invaded the contiguous United States in the War of 1812?

• France

• Spain

• Britain

• Mexico

Which president made the Louisiana Purchase?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Andrew Jackson

• James K. Polk

• Abraham Lincoln

What was the main reason for President Thomas Jefferson's concern about the French controlling the port of New Orleans?

• Threat to U.S. trade on the Mississippi River

• Potential expansion of French empire into U.S. territories

• Lack of navigable rivers in the United States

• Need for a power source for cities

Which region of the United States has a temperate climate and rich soil?

• Rocky Mountains

• Great Plains

• Appalachian Mountains

• Coastal Plains

What is one natural disaster that the United States is prone to? (Check all they mentioned in the video)

• Earthquakes

• Tornadoes

• Volcanic eruptions

• Hurricanes

What is one advantage of the United States' extensive network of navigable rivers?

• Facilitates economic growth

• Provides protection from enemies

• Allows for better training of soldiers

• Provides access to international trade

What is one potential challenge to the United States' geographic advantage in the future?

• Cyber attacks

• Climate change

• Lack of natural resources

• Isolation from other countries