Texas Regions Basics (2.0)

What is the capital city of Texas?

• Houston

• Austin

• Dallas

• San Antonio

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Which river forms the natural border between Texas and Mexico?

• Colorado River

• Red River

• Rio Grande

• Brazos River

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Identify the region in Texas known for its flat, treeless plains.

• North Central

• Coastal Plains

• Great Plains

• Mountains and Basins

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Which economic activity is most associated with the Midland and Odessa area?

• Agriculture

• Oil and Gas Production

• Fishing

• Tourism

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Explain why the Rio Grande is significant to Texas geography.

• It is the longest river in Texas.

• It provides water for agriculture.

• It forms the natural border between Texas and Mexico.

• It is a major transportation route.

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Describe the primary economic activities in the Coastal Plains region of Texas.

• Mining and Forestry

• Agriculture and Oil Refining

• Tourism and Fishing

• Technology and Manufacturing

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Compare the economic activities of the Great Plains and the Coastal Plains regions of Texas.

• Both regions focus on technology AND manufacturing.

• The Great Plains focus on agriculture, while the Coastal Plains focus on oil refining AND agriculture.

• Both regions are known for fishing AND tourism.

• The Great Plains focus on mining, while the Coastal Plains focus on forestry.

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Explain the significance of the Red River in Texas geography.

• It is the longest river in Texas.

• It forms part of the border between Texas and Oklahoma.

• It is a major source of drinking water for Texas.

• It is a major transportation route.

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Which Texas region is characterized by its coastal beaches and proximity to the Gulf of Mexico?

• North Central Plains

• Coastal Plains

• Great Plains

• Mountains and Basins

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Region that has cities of Lubbock and Amarillo​ .​ ​​ (a)  

​ ​ The major city in this region is Fort Worth.​ ​ (b)  

• Great Plains
• North Central Plains
• Mountains and Basins