Mountains and Basins in Texas

The Guadalupe Range is among the highest in Texas. At _________ feet.

• 8,085 feet

• 8,749 feet

• 8,378 feet

• None of the above

Why is this region sometimes called the Trans-Pecos?

• Because it is located west of the Pecos River

• Because it is a desert region

• Because it is a mountainous area

• Because it is a coastal region

What is the definition of elevation?

• The height of a point above sea level

• The distance between two points

• The depth of a point below sea level

• The angle of a slope

What types of plants thrive in the Chihuahuan Desert?

• Cacti and succulents

• Tropical rainforests

• Deciduous forests

• Mangroves

What are the names of the two main rivers in the Mountains and Basins region?

• Pecos River

• Rio Grande

• Colorado River

• Brazos River

Farmers are able to grow crops in some parts of this region because:

• The soil is fertile

• There is adequate rainfall

• The climate is suitable

• All of the above

What is the importance of the Rio Grande to the region?

• No importance

• Enough water to serve large populations.

• The beauty of the region.

• Activities in the park draw many visitors.

Most people in the Mountains and Basins region live in:

• deserts

• mountainous areas

• valleys

• urban areas

The main geographic features of the Mountains and Basins region include:

• Deserts and mountains

• Plains and rivers

• Forests and lakes

• Hills and valleys

What are the main businesses and industries of this region?

• Agriculture and Tourism

• Technology and Finance

• Manufacturing and Retail

• Healthcare and Education