Virginia's Natural Resources Quiz

What are natural resources?

• Things that are created by humans

• Things that occur in nature and are not man-made

• Things that are made from rocks

• Things that are found in cities

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Which of the following is an example of a natural resource in Virginia?

• Forests

• Highways

• Skyscrapers

• Shopping malls

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What does the term 'aquatic' mean?

• Living in caves

• Living underground

• Living in the air

• Living in water

Which watershed covers approximately half of Virginia?

• Gulf of Mexico watershed

• Mississippi River watershed

• North Carolina sounds watershed

• Chesapeake Bay watershed

Where does all the water in the United States eventually end up?

• Gulf of Mexico

• Atlantic Ocean

• Mississippi River

• Pacific Ocean

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Which major lake in Virginia is man-made?

• Smith Mountain Lake

• James River State Park Lake

• Hungry Mother Lake

• Lake Drummond

Which major river in Virginia is not man-made?

• Dan River

• James River

• Shenandoah River

• Rappahannock River

What are some natural resources that Virginia has?

• Coal, sand, and aggregates

• Skyscrapers, highways, and shopping malls

• Clean water, clean air, and beautiful scenery

• All of the above

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What is a cultivated forest?

• A forest that grows naturally

• A forest that is made from rocks

• A forest that is found in cities

• A forest that is planted by people

What do Virginia's natural resources provide?

• Both Recreational and ways to make money

• Recreational opportunities

• Ways for people to make money

• None of the above

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