The Southwest Region of the United States

Dr. Forrester introduces the 50 states of the U.S., focusing on the contiguous 48 states and the Southwest region. The Southwest includes Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas, known for its warm, dry climate and diverse geography. Texas, the largest state in the contiguous U.S., has a unique right to divide into five states, a remnant of its history with Mexico. The video explores the geographical features and historical context of these states, emphasizing Texas's distinctiveness.

How does the weather in the Southwest region compare to the rest of the United States?

What are the four physical regions of Texas?

What significant event occurred when Texas joined the Union in 1845?