Northeast Region Quiz

The Rocky Mountains are part of the Northeast region.

• True

• False

The Appalachian Trail goes over 2,000 miles from Maine to Georgia.

• True

• False

Mount Lincoln is one of the windiest places on Earth.

• True

• False

The coast of the Northeast region is very rocky.

• True

• False

The Appalachian Mountains are smooth and rounded because:

• They are made of soft rock.

• They have been eroded over time.

• They are covered with vegetation.

• They are located in a humid climate.

How did glaciers change the land of the Northeast region?

• By eroding mountains and creating valleys

• By increasing the temperature of the region

• By causing volcanic eruptions

• By preventing rainfall

The Erie Canal is important to the Northeast region because:

• It connects the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean.

• It is the longest canal in the world.

• It was the first canal built in the United States.

• It is a major tourist attraction.

The climate of the Northeast affects the people, animals, and plants that live there in various ways. Which of the following is a primary effect?

• It leads to diverse seasonal activities.

• It causes a uniform temperature year-round.

• It results in a desert-like environment.

• It prevents any form of agriculture.

What is a northeaster?

• A type of storm

• A type of bird

• A geographical region

• A musical instrument

What kinds of foods are grown in the Northeast region?

• Apples, cranberries, and potatoes

• Bananas, mangoes, and pineapples

• Oranges, avocados, and coconuts

• Rice, wheat, and barley