North Carolina Geography 8th Grade

When did North Carolina achieve statehood?

• March 4, 1789

• October 31, 1790

• December 25, 1776

• November 21, 1789

Answer explanation

North Carolina achieved statehood on November 21, 1789, making it the correct answer choice.

Name the three geographic regions of North Carolina.

• Valley, Highlands, Desert

• Plains, Tundra, Rainforest

• Coastal Plain, Piedmont, Mountains

• Swamp, Canyon, Plateau

Answer explanation

The correct answer is Coastal Plain, Piedmont, Mountains. These are the three geographic regions of North Carolina.

Which region of North Carolina is known for its tree farms?

• Mountain region

• Piedmont region

• Coastal Plain region

What is the capital city of North Carolina?

• Raleigh

• Clayton

• Charlotte

• Greensboro

What states border North Carolina?

• Virginia, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia

• Virginia, Maryland, Tennessee, Kentucky

• South Carolina, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Alabama

• Georgia, Alabama, Delaware, Kentucky

What region of North Carolina is the eastern most region?

• Piedmont

• Coastal Plain

• Mountains

What region of North Carolina is known for its industry and red clay?

• Coastal Plain

• Mountains

• Piedmont

What is the tallest mountain in North Carolina?

• Mount Pisgah

• Mount McKinley

• Mount Mitchell

• Grandfather Mountain

What body of water borders the eastern edge of North Carolina?

• Pacific Ocean

• Gulf of Mexico

• Jordan Lake

• Atlantic Ocean

What region is between the Coastal Plain and the Mountains?

• Mountains

• Outer Banks

• Piedmont