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WorksheetsUnit 1 America the Beautiful (Maps & Geography of the U.S.)
Total questions: 62
Worksheet time: 53mins
Maps have features that help us read and use them.
Which feature has the name or type of map? It usually includes any dates or time period of the map.
key or legend
compass rose
title
scale
Maps have features that help us read and use them.
Which feature has a list of shapes and symbols used on a map with an explanation of each?
title
compass rose
map scale
may key or legend
What map feature gives the ratio between distance on a map and the corresponding distance on the ground? (distance between places?
map key or legend
may title
map scale
compass rose
Which map features shows the directions: North, South, East, West?
map title
map key or legend
map scale
compass rose
The compass rose above shows which directions?
cardinal directions
intermediate directions
The directions in green are called ___________ directions.
cardinal directions
intermediate directons
compass legend directions
these are not real directions
Circle the continent North America
Circle the continent South America
Type the answer.
The name of continent 4 is (a) .
Type the answer.
The name of continent 5 is (a) .
Circle the continent Antarctica.
Type answer. The continent number 6 is (a) .
Circle the continent Australia.
Type answer. The name of ocean "C" is the (a) ocean.
Circle the Arctic ocean.
Circle the Indian ocean.
Circle the Southern ocean.
Type answer. The name of ocean "D" is the (a) ocean.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana is (a) of Austin, Texas.
Denver, Colorado is (a) of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
The imaginary line that runs North and South at 0° is called the ___________.
equator
prime meridian
The imaginary line that runs ______ and _____at 0° is called the equator.
north and south
west and east
Which continent does the coordinates 40° N, 90° W land on?
Africa
Europe
North America
South America
Asia
Which continent does the coordinates 30° S, 150° E land on?
Africa
Europe
Australia
South America
Asia
Part of a country or area of land is a ___________.
landform
climate
hilltop
region
These are the 5 regions of the United States.
Which states in the region shaded yellow are which region?
northeast
southeast
southwest
west
midwest
These are the 5 regions of the United States.
Which states in the region shaded purple are which region?
northeast
southeast
southwest
west
midwest
These are the 5 regions of the United States.
Which states in the region shaded blue are which region?
northeast
southeast
southwest
west
midwest
These are the 5 regions of the United States.
Which states in the region shaded red are which region?
northeast
southeast
southwest
west
midwest
These are the 5 regions of the United States.
Which region do we live in if we live in the state Louisiana (LA)?
northeast
southeast
southwest
west
midwest
What is geography?
the study of living things
the study of Earth's processes and changes
the study of Earth's features
the study of Earth's plants
What is a large landmass called?
state
continent
equator
ocean
You’re traveling on the highway with your family on vacation. Your parents ask you to figure out how many more miles there are until you arrive. Which part of the map would you use?
map scale
compass rose
lines of latitude and longitude
legend or key
Is this is Physical or Political map?
physical
political
Is this is Physical or Political map?
physical
political
Is this is Physical or Political map?
physical
political
. Physical and political maps both have titles and show major cities. What is the main difference between them?
A political map shows the boundaries between political units while a physical map shows the features of an area.
A political map shows the number of electoral votes while a physical map shows physical features.
A physical map shows countries, states or territories while a political map does not.
A political map is used by politicians while a physical map is used by physicians.
The grid-like part of the map used to pinpoint locations is made up of ________.
the legend
lines of latitude and longitude
the compass rose
the map scale
Another word for a NATURAL PROCESS is?
Natural Resource
Natural Landform
Natural Disaster
Natural River
Select all that apply. A natural process found in the Southeast region.
hurricane
earthquake
tornado
flooding
blizzard
What two words describe the word "economy"?
earth and land
jobs and money
bills and coin
regions and oceanss
Which physical characteristic helps the Southeasts economy to grow? (provides more jobs and money to Southeast region)
tropical forests provide jobs for lumberjacks
Snowy Mountains provide jobs to those who work in the ski resorts
The gulf of mexico provides jobs to those working in the fishing industry
What is precipitation?
weather
rain,snow, hail, sleet
thunder
resources found in nature
Which sentence is describing CLIMATE?
It is sunny outside today.
Last week it rained three times.
The Southeasts region has hot summers and mild winters
The southwest region has some cold days.
Which statement is true?
CLIMATE is the weather TODAY.
CLIMATE is the weather averaged together over a long period of time.
Select all that apply: Southeast regions landforms.
Appalachian mountains
Mississippi River
Coastal Plains
Gulf of Mexico Coastline
Grand Canyon
Which of the following can NOT be found in the SOUTHWEST region?
Gulf of Mexico
The Grand Canyon
The Appalachain Mountinas
Deserts
SOUTHWEST CLIMATE IS:
cold and wet
hot and humid
rainy and windy
hot and dry
Which of the following DOES NOT influence the Southwests economy because it does not come from this region?
oil
cattle
chilli pepper
oats and grains
Which two states are detached from the WEST region?
Mexico and Alaska
Hawaii and Mexico
Hawaii and Alaska
Rhode Island
Select all that describe the West Regions climate.
hot
dry
cold
frigid
rainy
What ocean surrounds the Midwest region?
Pacific ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Gulf of Mexico
No ocean surrounds the Midwest
describe the land in the MIDWEST region.
Deserts and canyons
Flat, grassy plains
swamps and forests
Mountains and plateaus
The Mississippi River is the __________ River in the USA.
Shortest
Deepest
Longest
Saltiest
What bodies of water does the Mississippi River connect?
Atlantic to Pacific Ocean
Gulf of Mexico to the pacific ocean
Atlantic to the Great Lakes
The Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico
Describe the climate in the MIDWEST region. Select all that apply.
Long harsh winters
Many tornadoes
Always sunny
always hot
What is something that is found in NATURE that people can use?
Natural disaster
Natural process
Natural resource
Landform
Select all that apply. Which are considered to be a FEATURE that occurs naturally on Earths surface?
River
Mountain
Boat
Railroad
Canyon
Which industry helps the economy of the Northeast region the MOST?
manufacturing industry
mining industry
clothing industry
fishing industry
Which natural process is common in the Northeast region?
earthquakes and tornadoes
blizzards and tornadoes
snowstorms, hurricanes, flooding
droughts, tornadoes, blizzards
What is the main reason settlers would choose to live near rivers and coastlines?
transportation purposes
for the natural resources it provides
for swimming and fun
_____________ wore down mountains and carved deep grooves into the coastlines.
mountains
plateaus
glaciers
canyons
