Texas Geography Quiz

Which river is a natural border shared by both Texas and Mexico?

• Mississippi River

• Colorado River

• Rio Grande

• Missouri River

Which of the following affects temperature in Texas?

• Ocean currents

• Elevations

• Latitude

• Vegetation

In addition to soil, which natural resource is important to farming?

• Minerals

• Water to grow crops

• Sunlight

• Wind

Texas is located in which region of the United States?

• Northeast Region

• Midwest Region

• Southwest Region

• Southeast Region

Which of the following landforms is found off the coast of Texas?

• Mountains

• Deserts

• Bayous, forests, barrier islands

• Plains

Which of the following best describes the climate of Texas?

• Always hot and dry

• Varies by location, but many areas have mild climate

• Cold and snowy

• Rainy all year round

How have farmers adapted to environments that are well suited for growing trees, such as the North Central Plains region?

• By planting more trees

• By cutting down trees to clear land for farms, ranches, houses, or businesses

• By building more roads

• By creating more parks

What large body of water touches the Coastal Plains region?

• Pacific Ocean

• Gulf Coast of Mexico

• Atlantic Ocean

• Great Lakes

In which region would you find the highest point in Texas?

• Coastal Plains

• Great Plains

• Mountains and Basins

• North Central Plains

Which of the following is a type of vegetation found in the Mountains and Basins region?

• Pine trees

• Creosote bush, cacti, yucca, agave & sotol plants

• Oak trees

• Maple trees