Geography of Mexico

Which mountain range runs down the west coast of Mexico?

• Sierra Madre Occidental

• Sierra Madre Oriental

• Andes

• Rockies

What is the Sierra Madre Oriental known for?

• Stretching up and down the east

• Running along the west coast

• Being the highest peak

• Having the most rainfall

What is the Central Mexican Plateau also known as?

• The Altiplano

• The Andes

• The Rockies

• The Himalayas

What type of temperatures does the Altiplano have due to its elevation?

• Mild temperatures

• Extreme heat

• Freezing cold

• Tropical warmth

What natural feature blocks most rainfall in the Altiplano?

• Mountains

• Rivers

• Deserts

• Lakes

Which mountains hug the southern coast of the Mexican Riviera?

• Sierra Madre del Sur

• Sierra Madre Occidental

• Andes

• Rockies

Which resort city is a popular tourist destination on the Mexican Riviera?

• Cabo San Lucas

• Mexico City

• Guadalajara

• Monterrey

What is the main geographical feature shown in the map?

• Yucatan Peninsula

• Plateaus

• Sierra Madre Mountains

• Cities and towns

What geological feature is common in the Yucatan Peninsula due to rainfall erosion?

• Mountains

• Valleys

• Sinkholes known as cenotes

• Deserts

What attracts tourists and archaeologists to the Yucatan Peninsula?

• Modern architecture

• Ancient Mayan ruins

• Ski resorts

• Shopping malls