Wednesday #9 Land Regions of Washington

The region called the “Pacific Northwest” is made up of which states?

• Washington, Idaho, and Montana

• California, Washington and Nevada

• Idaho, Washington, and Oregon

• Washington. Alaska and Hawaii

What exactly is the “Pacific Rim”?

• A region comprising the lands around the rim of the Pacific Ocean

• A type of oceanic current

• A famous movie

• A type of seafood dish

Explain the relationship that exists between Pacific Rim countries?

• The Pacific Rim Countries go sailing on boats together.

• The Pacific Rim Countries all listen to the same music.

• The Pacific Rim Countries trade commerce.

• The Pacific Rim Countries have no relationship.

Washington can be divided into five main land regions. Which of the following is one of them?

• Andes Mountain

• Appalachian Mountains

• Great Plains

• Coastal Range

A plateau is:

• A deep valley with steep sides

• A large flat area of land that is higher than the surrounding land

• A small hill or mound

• A body of water surrounded by land

The economy in the Coastal Range region relies on which industries?

• Tourism

• Agriculture and mining

• Technology and finance

• Manufacturing and textiles

What does the text say about Seattle?

• Seattle is a city that is depressing.

• Seattle is the heart of the region.

• Seattle has the best education levels in the world.

• Seattle is a dying city.

What are the most famous crops of the Skagit River Valley?

• Tulips

• Corn

• Wheat

• Rice

The mountains of the Cascade Range region are sometimes called the “Cascade Curtain” because:

• They have a unique curtain-like appearance.

• They are known for their cascading waterfalls.

• They are located near the Cascade River.

• They form a natural barrier to weather patterns.

What is considered Washington's most prominent geographic feature.

• The Coastal Range

• The Puget Sound Lowlands

• The Cascade Range

• The Rocky Mountain Region