Virginia Geography Quiz

Which of the following states borders Virginia to the south?

• Maryland

• West Virginia

• Kentucky

• Tennessee

Answer explanation

Tennessee is the state that borders Virginia to the south.

What is the natural border between the Coastal Plain (Tidewater) and Piedmont regions in Virginia?

• Blue Ridge Mountains

• Chesapeake Bay

• Fall Line

• Appalachian Plateau

Answer explanation

The natural border between the Coastal Plain (Tidewater) and Piedmont regions in Virginia is the Fall Line.

Which geographic region in Virginia is characterized by old, rounded mountains?

• Coastal Plain (Tidewater)

• Piedmont

• Blue Ridge Mountains

• Valley and Ridge

Answer explanation

The Blue Ridge Mountains region in Virginia is characterized by old, rounded mountains.

What feature is described as a piece of land bordered by water on three sides?

• Peninsula

• Plateau

• Island

• Isthmus

Answer explanation

A peninsula is described as a piece of land bordered by water on three sides, making it the correct choice.

Which river is NOT one of the four major rivers that flow into the Chesapeake Bay?

• James River

• Potomac River

• Rappahannock River

• Ohio River

Answer explanation

The Ohio River is NOT one of the four major rivers that flow into the Chesapeake Bay, making it the correct choice.

Who were the first people to live in Virginia according to the document?

• European settlers

• American Indians

• African tribes

• Asian explorers

Answer explanation

According to the document, the first people to live in Virginia were American Indians.

What was the Chesapeake Bay used for?

• Only as a safe harbor

• Transportation and a source of food

• A place for sports

• None of the above

Answer explanation

The Chesapeake Bay was used for transportation and as a source of food, making it a vital resource for the region.

Which river flows into the Chesapeake Bay and has Richmond and Jamestown located along it?

• York River

• James River

• Potomac River

• Rappahannock River

Answer explanation

The James River flows into the Chesapeake Bay and has Richmond and Jamestown located along it, making it the correct choice.

What is Lake Drummond known for?

• Being a man-made lake

• Its deep waters

• Being a shallow natural lake

• Its location in the mountains

Answer explanation

Lake Drummond is known for being a shallow natural lake, not man-made or deep, and not located in the mountains.

Which language group was primarily spoken in the Tidewater region of Virginia?

• Siouxan

• Iroquoian

• Algonquian

• Monocan

Answer explanation

The Algonquian language group was primarily spoken in the Tidewater region of Virginia.