Overview of North America's Physical Characteristics

North America has diverse landscapes including _______, rivers, and plains. (Fill in the blank)

• mountains

• deserts

• forests

• islands

Which of the following are major mountain ranges in North America?

• Andes and Alps

• Rockies and Appalachians

• Himalayas and Urals

• Alps and Rockies

Significant rivers like the _______ and Colorado shape economies in North America. (Fill in the blank)

• Mississippi

• Amazon

• Nile

• Yangtze

The Great Plains are vital for _______. (Fill in the blank)

• agriculture

• mining precious gems

• deep sea fishing

• tropical rainforests

Which mountain range stretches from Canada to New Mexico and is known for its height and beauty?

• Appalachian Mountains

• Sierra Nevada

• Rocky Mountains

• Andes Mountains

Which mountain range is one of the oldest ranges, running from Canada to Alabama?

• Rocky Mountains

• Appalachian Mountains

• Sierra Nevada

• Himalayas

The Sierra Nevada is home to Lake Tahoe and ______ National Park, and is rich in biodiversity.

• Yosemite

• Yellowstone

• Grand Canyon

• Zion

________ is one of the longest rivers in North America, crucial for trade.

• Mississippi River

• Amazon River

• Nile River

• Yangtze River

Which river supplies water to millions and is famous for the Grand Canyon?

• Mississippi River

• Colorado River

• Ohio River

• Missouri River

Other rivers like the ________ and ________ support ecosystems and economies.

• Ohio, Missouri

• Amazon, Nile

• Yangtze, Thames

• Ganges, Seine