Exploring the Southwest Quiz

Which state is the second largest in size in the United States?

• California

• Nevada

• Texas

• Alaska

What is a cowboy a symbol of?

• Nevada

• Arizona

• Texas

• New Mexico

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Where was oil first discovered in Texas?

• San Antonio

• Houston

• Austin

• Dallas

Which language is commonly spoken in the Southwest due to historical reasons?

• Spanish

• German

• French

• Italian

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What is a tortilla?

• A type of cactus

• A large farm

• A thin pancake

• A desert animal

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What is the climate like in much of the Southwest?

• Tropical

• Desert

• Rainy

• Temperate

What is a roadrunner known for?

• Flying high

• Running fast

• Swimming

• Climbing

What is a scorpion's defense mechanism?

• Loud noise

• Camouflage

• Poisonous stinger

• Sharp claws

What natural wonder is located in northern Arizona?

• Grand Canyon

• Death Valley

• Mount Rushmore

• Yellowstone

What river carved out the Grand Canyon?

• Mississippi River

• Rio Grande

• Colorado River

• Missouri River