Missouri River Facts and Trivia

The video provides an overview of the Missouri River, the longest river in North America, detailing its origin in the Rocky Mountains and its path to the Mississippi River. It highlights the river's historical significance in U.S. westward migration, its cultural importance to Native American tribes, and its ecological diversity with numerous fish and bird species. The video also discusses the river's geographical impact, including its alteration by dams and reservoirs, and its connection to national parks. Finally, it touches on historical theories about the river's role in the Northwest Passage.

Where does the Missouri River originate?

• Appalachian Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Cascade Range

• Sierra Nevada

What was one of the primary roles of the Missouri River in the 19th century?

• A pathway for westward migration

• A site for industrial development

• A route for the gold rush

• A boundary for new territories

How many of the original islands in the Missouri River still exist today?

• 18

• 50

• 161

• 100

How many different fish species are found in the Missouri River?

• 150

• 200

• 100

• 50

What nickname is given to the Missouri River due to its silt content?

• The Big Muddy

• The Great Silt

• The Silty Stream

• The Muddy Waters

Which major river does the Missouri River join to form a significant river system?

• Columbia River

• Colorado River

• Mississippi River

• Ohio River

What does the name 'Missouri' mean?

• People of the mountains

• People of the plains

• People with wooden canoes

• People of the river

Which national park is NOT located in the Missouri River's watershed?

• Glacier National Park

• Yellowstone National Park

• Badlands National Park

• Grand Canyon National Park

What was the Missouri River long thought to be part of?

• The Santa Fe Trail

• The Northwest Passage

• The Oregon Trail

• The Silk Road

Which region does the Missouri River primarily flow through?

• The Appalachian Mountains

• The Pacific Northwest

• The Great Plains

• The Gulf Coast