Geography of the Empty West Coast

What is the population of the West Coast of the United States?

• Exactly 40 million

• About 30 million

• Over 50 million

• Less than 20 million

Which mountain range is located in the southern part of the empty West Coast?

• Appalachian Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Andes Mountains

• Cascade Mountains

What is the deepest lake in the United States?

• Lake Michigan

• Crater Lake

• Lake Superior

• Lake Tahoe

What was a major factor in the westward expansion of the United States in the 1800s?

• The Civil War

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Oregon Trail

• The discovery of oil

Which event significantly increased the population of Northern California in the 1800s?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Civil War

• The Great Depression

• The California Gold Rush

Why is it difficult to establish large cities in the empty West?

• Dense forests

• Mountainous terrain

• Frequent earthquakes

• Lack of water resources

Which city is the largest in the empty West region?

• Portland

• Eugene

• San Francisco

• Seattle

What is the proposed name for the new state in the empty West region?

• State of Franklin

• State of Jefferson

• State of Liberty

• State of Lincoln

What was a reason for the proposal of the State of Jefferson?

• Desire for more urban development

• Need for more agricultural land

• Lack of natural resources

• Perceived neglect by state governments

What symbol was featured on the proposed flag for the State of Jefferson?

• A single star

• Two X's

• An eagle

• A bear