Regions of Texas Geography Review

Which region of Texas is found along the Gulf of Mexico and has a long coastline?

• Great Plains

• North Central Plains

• Coastal Plains

• Mountains and Basins

Which region of Texas is known for having many farms and ranches?

• Coastal Plains

• Great Plains

• North Central Plains

• Mountains and Basins

Which region of Texas often looks like a desert?

• Coastal Plains

• Great Plains

• North Central Plains

• Mountains and Basins

Which river borders the Great Plains region in the north?

• Pecos River

• Canadian River

• Red River

• Rio Grande

Which of the following is a natural landmark in the Great Plains region?

• Balcones Escarpment

• Big Thicket National Preserve

• Caprock Escarpment

• Padre National Seashore

The Big Thicket National Preserve is located in which region?

• Mountains and Basins

• Great Plains

• North Central Plains

• Coastal Plains

Which of the following is a natural landmark in the Mountains and Basins region?

• Caprock Escarpment

• Big Bend National Park

• Balcones Escarpment

• Padre National Seashore

Which of the following is NOT a natural landmark in the Coastal Plains region?

• Big Thicket National Preserve

• Padre National Seashore

• None of the above

What is climate?

• The weather in an area over a long period of time

• The weather in an area over a short period of time

• The amount of rainfall in a year

• The temperature in a day

Which major landmark is located in College Station, Texas?

• San Jacinto Monument

• Texas A&M University

• Capitol Building

• The Alamo