Atlas of the United States: Alabama

The video provides an overview of Alabama, covering its geography, demographics, and major cities like Mobile and Birmingham. It highlights Alabama's industrial contributions, particularly in steel production and space exploration, with NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center playing a key role. The historical section traces Alabama's past from early exploration by Hernando de Soto, through colonization, the cotton industry, and the Civil War, to its pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement.

Which state lies to the east of Alabama?

• Mississippi

• Georgia

• Florida

• Tennessee

What is Birmingham, Alabama, known for in terms of industry?

• Textile production

• Automobile manufacturing

• Electronics manufacturing

• Steel and cast iron pipe production

What significant space project was developed at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Alabama?

• Mars Rover

• Skylab and the space shuttle

• International Space Station

• Apollo 11 mission

Who was the Spanish explorer that arrived in Alabama in 1539?

• Christopher Columbus

• Juan Ponce de León

• Hernando de Soto

• Francisco Pizarro

What was a major reason for Alabama's secession from the Union in 1861?

• Disputes over land ownership

• Support for slavery

• Opposition to high taxes

• Desire for independence