Texas History and Geography Quiz

What is a nomad?

• A nomad is a mythical creature that guards treasures.
• A nomad is a member of a community of people who live in different locations, moving from one place to another.
• A nomad is a plant that grows in arid regions.
• A nomad is a type of bird that migrates seasonally.

Which of the following is a historical event in Texas?

• Battle of Gettysburg
• Boston Tea Party
• French Revolution
• Battle of the Alamo

Which of the following rivers forms part of the border between Texas and Louisiana?

• Rio Grande

• Red River

• Sabine River

• Trinity River

Which of the following states does NOT border Texas?

• Arkansas

• Louisiana

• New Mexico

• Arizona

Which of the following regions in Texas has a high elevation and a dry climate?

• Coastal Plains

• Great Plains

• North Central Plains

• Mountains and Basins

Which river forms part of the border between Texas and Mexico?

• Red River

• Sabine River

• Rio Grande

• Colorado River

Which of the following is NOT one of the geographic regions of Texas?

• Great Plains

• Coastal Plains

• Appalachian Mountains

• North Central Plains

Which of the following is a political characteristic of an era?

• Climate patterns

• Economic activities

• Government structure

• Social customs

Which river forms part of the border between Texas and Oklahoma?

• Rio Grande

• Red River

• Sabine River

• Brazos River

Select the 4 regions of Texas.

(You must choose 4)

• Mountains and Basins

• Great Plains

• North Central Plains

• Central

• Coastal Plains