US Physical Geography

Front

The main mountain range in the eastern part of the USA is called the ________________________ Mountains.

Back

Appalachian

Front

Which mountain range stretches from Alaska to just north of Mexico?

Back

Rocky

Front

Five lakes (Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie and Ontario) that form an important waterway for trade with Canada

Back

The Great Lakes

Front

This physical feature empties into the Gulf of Mexico. It is the largest river in the USA.

Back

Mississippi River

Front

What is the tallest peak in the US and all of North America?

Back

Mount McKinley

Front

What is the name of the river that borders the United States and Canada? This river also connects the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean.

Back

St. Lawrence River

Front

This mountain range along the East Coast of the US is the oldest range in North America.

Back

Appalachian Mountains

Front

The continental DIVIDE is the high point in a landmass that determines the direction that _______ flow.

Back

rivers

Front

What ocean is on the west coast of the United States?

Back

Pacific

Front

What ocean is on the east coast of the United States?

Back

Atlantic