Unit 1 Geography Quiz

Which geographic region is most populated in Georgia?

• Coastal Plain

• Blue Ridge

• Valley and Ridge

• Piedmont

What is the significance of the Fall Line?

• The fall line represents the area where the rivers elevation changes between the elevated Piedmont and the Coastal Plain

• The fall line represents the sharp drop from the plateaus in the Piedmont

• The fall line represents the boundary between Georgia and its allies

• The fall line represents the current coast of Georgia and the Atlantic Ocean

Which shows the correct order for Georgia’s continent, nation (country), and national region?

• United States, South America, Southeast

• South America, United States, Northeast

• North America, United States, Southeast

• United States, North America, Southeast

Which would be considered a resource found in Georgia’s coastal plains?

• Fertile soil for farming

• Rapidly flowing rivers

• Coal deposits and natural gas

• Bedrock such as granite and marble

Located in northwest GA, smallest region, very poor farming area. This region is known for its source of coal.

• Blue Ridge

• Coastal Plain

• Appalachian Plateau

• Okefenokee

Why do we consider Georgia's water source so essential?

• Many GA cities were established near water

• Running water was used to power GA's early industries

• Waterways helped to ship goods

• All of the above are reasons our waterways are important

Which of the following is a characteristic of the Okefenokee Swamp?

• It is located in the Piedmont region

• It is the largest freshwater swamp in the state

• It is famous for its hydroelectric potential

• It has the most precipitation in the state

Which of the following BEST explains why St. Simons, Tybee, Jekyll are known as the Barrier Islands?

• These islands are popular tourist destinations

• The Spanish set up missions on the islands to convert Natives to Catholicism

• They protect the mainland from the waves and wind of the Atlantic Ocean

• This name was given to them by the early Mississippian tribe

Which region in Georgia is known for its mountainous terrain and scenic beauty?

• Coastal Plain

• Blue Ridge

• Piedmont

• Valley and Ridge

What natural feature forms Georgia's eastern border with South Carolina?

• Chattahoochee River

• Appalachian Mountains

• Okefenokee Swamp

• Savannah River