Midwest Region Review

What are the main geographical features of the Midwest?

• Low hills, fertile soil, and grassy, flat plains

• Mountains and deserts

• Dense forests and swamps

• Coastal beaches and cliffs

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Which river flows through the middle of the Midwest from north to south?

• Mississippi River

• Missouri River

• Ohio River

• Colorado River

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The Midwest is known for having very cold winters and ___ summers.

• warm and humid
• hot

• cool

• mild

What is the nickname given to a part of the Midwest due to frequent tornadoes?

• Tornado Alley

• Hurricane Zone

• Cyclone Corridor

• Storm Belt

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The Black Hills are made of ___ stone, which is used in building and road construction.

• granite
• limestone

• Marble

• Sand

Which city is known for being home to Ford Motor Company?

• Detroit, MI

• Chicago, IL

• Minneapolis, MN

• St. Louis, MO

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The Gateway Arch, the tallest arch in the world, is located in ___, MO.

• St. Louis
• Jefferson City

• Kansas City

• Springfield