Regions of Texas

What are the four major regions of Texas?

• North Central Plains, Coastal Plains, Great Plains, Mountains and Basins.

• Piney Woods, Hill Country, Rio Grande Valley, Gulf Coast.

• Edwards Plateau, Blackland Prairie, South Plains, High Plains.

• Trans-Pecos, Red River Valley, Central Lowlands, Gulf Prairies.

What is the definition of 'Landforms'?

• Natural physical features of the earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, and plains.

• Man-made structures built on the earth's surface, such as buildings and roads.

• Types of weather patterns found in different regions.

• Bodies of water like oceans, lakes, and rivers.

What is the definition of 'Climates'?

• The weather conditions prevailing in an area over a long period.

• A sudden change in temperature for a short time.

• The amount of rainfall in a single day.

• The direction of the wind at a specific moment.

What is the definition of 'Vegetation'?

• Plants considered collectively, especially those found in a particular area or habitat.

• A type of animal found in forests.

• A geological formation made of rocks.

• A weather phenomenon involving rain and wind.

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Why do more people live in the Coastal Plains than any other region?

• Because the area has beaches, forests, plains, marshes, and is good for agriculture, oil and gas, tourism, ports, and seafood. About two-thirds of the population of Texas live there.

• Because the region is mostly desert and has little access to water.

• Because the area is mountainous and difficult to farm.

• Because the region experiences extremely cold temperatures year-round.

Which city is located in the Mountains and Basin region?

• The city of El Paso is located in the Mountains and Basin region.

• The city of Houston is located in the Mountains and Basin region.

• The city of Dallas is located in the Mountains and Basin region.

• The city of San Antonio is located in the Mountains and Basin region.

How many natural regions are in the state of Texas?

• Three

• Four

• Five

• Six

Two-thirds of the people of Texas live in the Coastal Plains region.

• True

• False

What is the weather like in the Mountains and Basin region of Texas?

• Rainy and humid.

• Temperate.

• Very dry.

• Snowy.

Which region has the lowest population?

• North Central Plains

• Coastal Plains

• Great Plains

• Mountains and Basin