Southeast Region Vocabulary

What is a flat, grassy plain with few trees, often found in tropical regions?

• Desert

• Savanna

• Tundra

• Forest

What is a wetland area that is often partially or intermittently covered with water?

• Swamp

• Desert

• Plateau

• Mountain

What is the process of removing layers of soil and rock to access minerals near the surface?

• Drilling

• Strip mining

• Fishing

• Farming

Which of the following is NOT a type of severe weather?

• Hurricane

• Savanna

• Tornado

• Blizzard

What is a bayou?

• A large city

• A slow-moving stream or river

• A mountain range

• A desert area

Which industry heavily relies on petroleum?

• Agriculture

• Fashion

• Automotive

• Education

What is a thick, black liquid found underground?

• Water

• Oil

• Lava

• Mud

What is a stream that flows through a swamp called?

• River

• Creek

• Bayou

• Canal

What is the term for the separation of people because of race, religion, or gender?

• Integration

• Segregation

• Unification

• Cooperation

What is a large farm, usually worked by many laborers, called?

• Ranch

• Plantation

• Orchard

• Vineyard