North America Quiz

What is the largest mountain range in North America?

• Appalachian Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Sierra Nevada

• Andes Mountains

Which mountain range runs through South Carolina?

• Rocky Mountains

• Sierra Nevada

• Appalachian Mountains

• Andes Mountains

What landform in the United States was carved by the Colorado River?

• Great Plains

• Grand Canyon

• Rocky Mountains

• Appalachian Mountains

What is the capital of the United States?

• New York

• Los Angeles

• Washington

• Chicago

What is the capital of South Carolina?

• Charleston

• Columbia

• Greenville

• Myrtle Beach

Why is it difficult to live in the mountains?

• The land is flat and dry

• The land is steep, rocky, and often very cold

• The land is swampy and humid

• The land is sandy and hot

How do we prepare for tornadoes?

• Build houses on stilts

• Practice safety drills

• Move to the mountains

• Wear warm clothes

What jobs might you find in a rural area but not in an urban area?

• Banking

• Farming, ranching

• Retail

• Technology

Why are houses on the coast built on stilts?

• To avoid flooding caused by hurricanes

• To get a better view

• To keep away from animals

• To save space

What does "Urban" mean?

• In a city

• Around the edge of a city

• In the country

• Long-term temperature and precipitation