Mountain Communities
In which part of North Carolina is the Mountain Region located?
Western North Carolina
What kind of winters do NC mountains have?
Cold and snowy winters
Name one job that is common in the NC mountains
Farming, tourism, logging, etc.
Why are roads in the mountains curvy?
They have to go around steep slopes and valleys
Name a major mountain range in North Carolina?
Blue Ridge Mountains or Great Smoky Mountains
Why are summers in the mountains cooler than in other parts of NC?
The higher elevation makes the temperature cooler
Why is tourism important in the NC mountains?
People visit for hiking, skiing, and sightseeing, which supports local businesses
Why do some mountain roads have tunnels?
Tunnels help people travel through mountains instead of going around them
How does isolation impact living in the mountains?
Isolation affects the mountains by making it harder for people to travel and bring things in and out
What is the highest mountain in North Carolina?
Mount Mitchell
Why is farming difficult in the mountains?
The land is steep and flat land is rare
How did railroads help people in mountain communities
They made it easier to transport goods and travel to other places.