Exploring Missoula and Geography

Rosie McCormac, an eighth grader from Missoula, Montana, introduces her city, highlighting its geography, history, and outdoor activities. She discusses the significance of the Lewis and Clark expedition and her aspirations to travel to New York and Europe. Rosie shares interesting geographical facts, including details about Challenger Deep and Glacial Lake Missoula, emphasizing the importance of geography in understanding culture and history.

What is the nickname of Missoula, Montana?

• The Valley City

• The Garden City

• The Mountain City

• The River City

Which rivers run through Missoula?

• Missouri, Yellowstone, Madison

• Blackfoot, Bitterroot, Clark Fork

• Snake, Columbia, Jefferson

• Flathead, Gallatin, Madison

What historical expedition is associated with Travelers Rest in Montana?

• Fremont Expedition

• Pike Expedition

• Lewis and Clark Expedition

• Hudson Bay Expedition

What concept did the Lewis and Clark expedition help to promote?

• American Revolution

• Manifest Destiny

• Industrial Revolution

• Civil Rights Movement

Which city does Rosie aspire to visit for its urban environment?

• San Francisco

• Chicago

• Los Angeles

• New York City

What is Challenger Deep known for?

• Being the highest mountain peak

• Being the deepest part of the Mariana Trench

• Being the largest desert

• Being the longest river

Why is geography important according to Rosie?

• It helps us understand culture and history

• It is essential for navigation

• It helps us understand weather patterns

• It is crucial for economic development

What caused the horizontal lines on the mountains in Missoula?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Earthquakes

• Wind erosion

• Glacial Lake Missoula

What was the size comparison of Glacial Lake Missoula?

• Smaller than Lake Erie

• Larger than Lake Superior and Lake Ontario combined

• Equal to Lake Michigan

• Smaller than Lake Huron

What natural event repeatedly occurred due to the ice dam on the Montana-Idaho border?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Earthquakes

• Flooding across the Northwest

• Droughts