Rivers and Drainage Basins

Mr. Claus explains river systems, focusing on the Mississippi River and its drainage basin, which covers nearly 50% of the U.S. He discusses the concept of drainage basins, continental divides, and their significance in directing water flow. The video also covers the Great Lakes drainage basin and provides a 3D visualization of how drainage basins work.

What is the main river in the Mississippi River system?

• Tennessee River

• Mississippi River

• Arkansas River

• Ohio River

Which river is NOT part of the Mississippi River system?

• Savannah River

• Wabash River

• Illinois River

• Ohio River

What percentage of the United States is covered by the Mississippi River drainage basin?

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 100%

Which river flows into the Gulf of Mexico and is part of the Mississippi River system?

• Rio Grande

• Savannah River

• Canadian River

• Pomac River

Which color represents drainage basins flowing into the Pacific Ocean on the map?

• Green

• Yellow

• Blue

• Red

What natural feature is associated with the Great Continental Divide?

• Sierra Nevada

• Great Plains

• Appalachian Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

What is another term for a drainage basin?

• Tributary

• Watershed

• Delta

• Estuary

Which river system is associated with the Great Lakes drainage basin?

• Mississippi River

• St. Lawrence River

• Colorado River

• Rio Grande

What is the role of a divide in a drainage basin?

• To reduce evaporation

• To increase water flow

• To separate two drainage basins

• To connect two rivers

What happens to rain that falls in the Great Lakes drainage basin?

• It evaporates immediately

• It stays in the Great Lakes

• It flows into the Mississippi River

• It flows into the Atlantic Ocean