North America: Physical Geography Quiz

What is the third-largest continent?

• Africa

• North America

• South America

• Asia

Which mountain range stretches from British Columbia, Canada, to New Mexico, USA?

• Himalayas

• Alps

• Rockies

• Andes

What biome is characterized by low temperatures and precipitation levels that hinder tree growth?

• Desert

• Tundra

• Grassland

• Rainforest

Which region is known as the 'Breadbasket of North America'?

• The Canadian Shield

• The Caribbean

• The Great Plains

• The Eastern Region

What is the largest biome in North America?

• Desert

• Forest

• Tundra

• Grassland

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Canadian Shield?

• Large desert areas

• A rocky landscape with numerous lakes

• Rich deposits of oil and natural gas

• High volcanic activity

What is the highest peak in North America?

• Mount Saint Elias

• Denali

• Mount McKinley

• Mount Logan

Which of the following animals is indigenous to North America's temperate rainforest?

• Elephant

• Lion

• Black bear

• Kangaroo

What percentage of Belize's power comes from hydropower and biomass?

• 96.7 percent

• 85.2 percent

• 76.5 percent

• 100 percent

Which of the following is a major desert region in North America?

• Sonoran

• Kalahari

• Gobi

• Sahara