United States Geographic Regions Quiz

What does the term 'geography' mean?

• Analysis of the earth's climate

• Mapping of the earth's surface

• Study of the earth's history

• Description of the earth

How many geographic regions are there in the United States?

• Twelve

• Ten

• Six

• Eight

Which region is known for its high elevations and contains the continental divide?

• Great Plains

• Appalachian Highlands

• Interior Lowlands

• Rocky Mountains

Which region is considered the oldest mountains in North America?

• Appalachian Highlands

• Rocky Mountains

• Great Plains

• Interior Lowlands

Which region is described as having broad lowlands along the Atlantic Ocean?

• Basin and Range

• Canadian Shield

• Coastal Plain

• Coastal Range

Where can the Death Valley, the lowest point in North America, be found?

• Great Plains

• Interior Lowlands

• Basin and Range

• Canadian Shield

Which region is known for its varying elevations, low basins, and high ranges?

• Basin and Range

• Interior Lowlands

• Great Plains

• Rocky Mountains

Where is the Canadian Shield located?

• Southern Canada

• Eastern Canada

• Western Canada

• Northern Canada

What is the Canadian Shield described as being wrapped around?

• Lake Superior

• Gulf of Mexico

• Great Lakes

• Hudson Bay

What are the Canadian Shield's hills worn by?

• Glaciers

• Tectonic movement

• Volcanic activity

• Erosion