Quiz on America's Empty Northeast

What is the primary reason for the sparse population in the northern part of the US Northeast?

• Proximity to Canada

• High cost of living

• Rugged mountainous terrain

• Lack of natural resources

Which indigenous group had a significant presence in Vermont and New Hampshire before European colonization?

• Navajo

• Abanaki

• Sioux

• Cherokee

What was a major factor that slowed the settlement of the northern US Northeast during the colonial period?

• Lack of interest from European powers

• Proximity to the Pacific Ocean

• Dense forests and harsh climate

• Frequent natural disasters

Why did Vermont declare itself an independent republic in 1777?

• To avoid British taxation

• To join the French colonies

• To establish a monarchy

• Due to overlapping claims by New York and New Hampshire

What economic activity has historically dominated the northern US Northeast?

• Technology

• Timber and paper industries

• Automobile manufacturing

• Agriculture

Which factor has NOT contributed to the low population density in the northern US Northeast?

• Harsh climate

• Rich mineral resources

• Limited agricultural potential

• Historical conflicts

What was a significant reason for the US focus on western expansion rather than northern settlement?

• Desire to avoid conflict with Canada

• More valuable land in the west

• Lack of transportation routes

• Proximity to the Atlantic Ocean

What modern efforts are being made to increase the population in states like Maine and Vermont?

• Reducing taxes for businesses

• Establishing new national parks

• Offering financial incentives to new residents

• Building new highways

How does the population of the empty Northeast compare to the Boston metro area?

• It is slightly larger

• It is significantly smaller

• It is about the same

• It is significantly larger

What is a key reason for the ongoing low population growth in the Northeast region?

• Proximity to major cities

• Abundant natural resources

• Lack of economic opportunities

• High birth rates