Geography of the United States Quiz

What does the word 'geography' mean?

• The study of Earth's physical features

• The study of Earth's climate

• The study of Earth's history

• The study of Earth's government

What is a globe?

• A type of map that provides an accurate picture of Earth

• A type of compass used by geographers

• A type of physical feature found in the United States

• A type of vegetation zone in North America

What are latitude and longitude used for?

• To locate places on Earth

• To measure temperature and rainfall

• To study the physical features of land

• To create economic maps

What is the equator?

• An imaginary line that divides Earth into two half-spheres

• The most northern point on Earth

• The most southern point on Earth

• An imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole

Which ocean is the largest?

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Southern Ocean

How many continents are there on Earth?

• Seven

• Five

• Three

• Nine

What is a mountain range?

• A row of connected mountains

• A smaller area of land that rises above the surrounding land

• A low area between ranges of mountains

• A body of water surrounded by land

Which region of the United States is known for its Great Plains?

• Midwest

• Northeast

• Southeast

• Southwest

What is climate?

• Aspects of weather that can be measured over a long period of time

• The study of Earth's physical features

• The study of Earth's history

• The study of Earth's government

What is a physical feature on Earth's surface called?

• Landform

• Vegetation

• Climate

• Compass