North American Geography

Which ocean borders the United States to the West?

• Arctic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

What is the name of the highest mountain peak in North America?

• Mount Everest

• Mount Kilimanjaro

• Mount Elbert

• Denali

Which group of people were the first to inhabit what is now the United States?

• Spanish conquistadors

• Native Americans

• European settlers

• Vikings

What was a major reason for European exploration and settlement of North America in the 15th century?

• To compete in sports

• To escape religious persecution

• To find a new trade route to Asia

• To study native plants and animals

What percentage of the United States population do Native Americans make up today?

• Exactly 5%

• Less than 2%

• About 10%

• Over 20%