Kentucky Geography and Nature Quiz

Which state is described as having 6 geographic regions and a humid, subtropical climate?

• Tennessee

• Kentucky

• Ohio

• Indiana

What is the largest elk herd east of the Mississippi located in?

• Virginia

• Kentucky

• West Virginia

• North Carolina

Which of the following animals is NOT listed as a common wild animal in Kentucky?

• Whitetail deer

• Fox

• Alligator

• Black bear

What is Kentucky's rank in coal production in the United States?

• First

• Second

• Third

• Fourth

Which river in Kentucky is known for its salt licks and springs?

• Licking River

• Kentucky River

• Salt River

• Green River

What is unique about the city of Middlesboro in the United States?

• It is the largest city in Kentucky.

• It is built within a meteor crater.

• It has the oldest university in the state.

• It is the capital of Kentucky.

Which river is the largest tributary of the Ohio River in Kentucky?

• Cumberland River

• Tennessee River

• Green River

• Tradewater River

What natural resource is considered important in Kentucky?

• Granite

• Limestone

• Marble

• Sandstone

What is a potential impact of climate change in Kentucky as mentioned in the facts?

• Increased snowfall

• Loss of crop production

• Decrease in tornado frequency

• Expansion of desert areas

How many major drainage basins, besides the Mississippi, Ohio, and Big Sandy rivers, does Kentucky have?

• Five

• Six

• Seven

• Eight