Great Plains Region Quiz

Which region lies to the east of the Mountains and Basins region?

• The Great Plains

• The High Plains

• The Edwards Plateau

• The Llano Basin

What is the term "panhandle" used to describe?

• A large area of flat land

• A narrow part of a state or area of land that sticks out

• A region with high elevations

• A region with natural springs

Which canyon is one of the most notable landforms in the High Plains region?

• Grand Canyon

• Palo Duro Canyon

• Bryce Canyon

• Antelope Canyon

What is an escarpment?

• A large area of flat land

• A long, steep slope that separates areas of land with different elevations

• A region with high elevations

• A region with natural springs

Which region is characterized by thin, rocky soil and includes natural springs, canyons, and escarpments?

• The High Plains

• The Edwards Plateau

• The Llano Basin

• The Great Plains

What is the average annual precipitation in the Great Plains region of Texas?

• 10 inches

• 15 inches

• 22 inches

• 30 inches

Which type of air mixes with cold, dry air from the Rocky Mountains to form tornadoes in the Great Plains region?

• Warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico

• Hot, dry air from the desert

• Cold, moist air from the Atlantic Ocean

• Warm, dry air from the Pacific Ocean

What type of vegetation covers the High Plains?

• Prickly pear cacti

• Cedar trees

• Short prairie grasses

• Mesquite plants

Which animals are commonly found in the Great Plains region?

• Penguins and polar bears

• Deer, coyotes, and prairie dogs

• Elephants and lions

• Kangaroos and koalas

What are the main economic activities in the Great Plains region?

• Fishing and tourism

• Farming, ranching, and production of oil and natural gas

• Mining and manufacturing

• Technology and finance