S.S. Unit 1 Review

Why might settlers choose to settle in an area near water?

• 1. There is warm weather year-round.

• 1. There is plenty of space.

• 1. It is near water for fishing, trade, and transportation.

• To stay away from other people

Which of the following is an example of U.S. economic regions working together?

• 1. Crows raised in Austin are sold in Dallas

• 1. Crops from Washington being sold to New York

• 2. People born in new york and stay there forever

• 2. A tornado ruining electricity for the region

1. An area that shares physical or human characteristics 

• Region

• State

• Country

• City

What would you expect to find in a rural area?

• 1. farms or ranches

• 1. houses close together

• 1. few or no shopping centers

• 1. Crops

All of the following are physical features on a map EXCEPT...

• Rocky Mountains

• Mississippi RIver

• Austin, Texas

• The Rio Grande River

There are several common factors that, throughout history, have encourage people to settle in different areas. Which of the following is an example...

• • being close to water for resources, travel, and trade

• • weather and climate

• • abundance of natural resources (food, oil, ect.)

• • All are correct

People pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States to show devotion and respect for their country.

• True

• False

A ________ map shows physical characteristics of an area like mountains, rivers, valleys, etc.

A _________ map shows state borders and capitals.

What would make you want to settle to a different place?