Utah Geography and History Quiz

What percentage of Utah's population lives in the Salt Lake City region?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

Which indigenous peoples were known for their intricate cliff dwellings in Utah?

• Ute

• Fremont

• Anasazi

• Shoshoni

Who led the first group of Mormon pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley?

• Joseph Smith

• Brigham Young

• John Taylor

• Wilford Woodruff

What was a major reason for Utah's delayed statehood?

• Lack of resources

• Mormon polygamy

• Geographic isolation

• Indigenous conflicts

Which mountain range extends into the northeastern part of Utah?

• Appalachian

• Sierra Nevada

• Rocky Mountains

• Cascade Range

What is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere?

• Lake Superior

• Lake Tahoe

• Great Salt Lake

• Lake Michigan

Which national park in Utah is known for its natural sandstone arches?

• Zion

• Bryce Canyon

• Canyonlands

• Arches

What is a significant environmental concern related to the Great Salt Lake?

• Rising water levels

• Shrinking size

• Increased salinity

• Invasive species

What percentage of Utah's water resources is consumed by agriculture?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

What health risk is posed by the shrinking Great Salt Lake?

• Increased humidity

• Water contamination

• Air quality issues

• Flooding