Regions Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a physical characteristic used to organize regions?

• Landforms

• Climate

• Biomes

• Language

Which region is Houston located in?

• Northeast

• Southeast

• Southwest

• Midwest

What is the main purpose of organizing the Earth into regions?

• To create new countries

• To help us learn about our world

• To change weather patterns

• To build new cities

What are some of the physical characteristics used to organize regions?

• Culture and language

• Landforms, climate, and biomes

• Population and government

• Cities and towns

Which region is located in the southeastern part of the United States?

• Midwest

• Southeast

• Southwest

• Northwest

Which crop is commonly grown in the Midwest region?

• Wheat

• Cotton

• Oranges

• Apples

What is a major natural feature of the Northeast region?

• Niagara Falls

• The Grand Canyon

• The Great Lakes

• The Gulf of Mexico

Which states are included in the Northwest region of the United States?

• Alaska, Oregon, and Washington

• Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas

• North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Kansas

• New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Connecticut

Which states are considered part of the inner Southeast region?

• Arkansas, Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia

• Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana

• Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia

• Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri

What are some of the crops grown in the West region?

• Rice, sugarcane, and cotton

• Wheat, potatoes, cabbage, and onions

• Corn, soybeans, and peanuts

• Oranges, grapefruit, and lemons