Michigan's Water Features and Geography

The video lesson explores the natural characteristics of Michigan, focusing on its bodies of water. It covers lakes, bays, rivers, and waterfalls, providing examples and encouraging students to take notes. The lesson emphasizes the importance of water in Michigan, known as the Great Lakes State, and guides students through filling out a graphic organizer.

What is the main focus of this social studies lesson?

• The wildlife in Michigan

• The bodies of water in Michigan

• The history of Michigan

• The climate of Michigan

Which of the following is NOT one of the Great Lakes that Michigan borders?

• Lake Superior

• Lake Huron

• Lake Michigan

• Lake Ontario

What is the largest inland lake in Michigan?

• Lake Superior

• Houghton Lake

• Lake Erie

• Black Lake

What defines a bay in Michigan?

• A small inland lake

• A body of water partly enclosed by land

• A steep waterfall

• A large flowing body of water

Which bay is located on Lake Michigan?

• Saginaw Bay

• Grand Traverse Bay

• Black Bay

• Houghton Bay

What is the longest river in Michigan?

• Muskegon River

• Grand River

• Detroit River

• Escanaba River

Which river is the longest in Michigan's Upper Peninsula?

• Menominee River

• Osabel River

• Escanaba River

• Detroit River

What natural feature is formed when a river falls steeply?

• A bay

• A lake

• A waterfall

• A river delta

Where are most of Michigan's waterfalls located?

• Upper Peninsula

• Lower Peninsula

• Central Michigan

• Eastern Michigan

Which river's waterfalls are popular tourist attractions in Michigan?

• Quaminon River

• Muskegon River

• Grand River

• Detroit River