Appalachia

Where is Cloudland Canyon State Park located within the Appalachian Plateau?

• Southeast corner of Georgia, bordering Florida.

• Northeast corner of Georgia, bordering North Carolina.

• Northwest corner of Georgia, bordering Alabama and Tennessee.

• Southwest corner of Georgia, bordering Alabama and Florida.

What best describes the physical characteristics of a plateau?

• Low-lying, marshy land.

• Flat, level land that is elevated over low-lying areas.

• Steep, jagged mountain peaks.

• Rolling hills with deep valleys.

Which of the following are common features or conditions found in the Appalachian Plateau region?

• Deserts and cacti.

• Frequent droughts and minimal rainfall.

• Waterfalls, sheer cliff faces, and birds like Peregrine Falcons.

• Large, open plains and grazing animals.

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What was a significant historical industry in the Appalachian Plateau, facilitated by the region's geology?

• Large-scale commercial farming.

• Deep-sea fishing.

• Coal mining.

• Timber logging of ancient forests.

Why was agriculture in the Appalachian Plateau primarily limited to small family operations?

• Lack of available labor.

• The soil was sandy, acidic, and poor for large-scale farming.

• Frequent flooding destroyed crops.

• The climate was too cold for most crops.