Regions
This word means Inside
Interior
This ocean is used for trade with Europe
Atlantic Ocean
During the early days of America or any civilization, what would you find near rivers?
Town, Villages, Cities
This word means bowl shaped depression in the land
Basin
This word means, an area of land with similar characteristics.
Region
This region had over 1,200 Tornadoes in 2023. It's also know for vast grassy areas with few trees
Great Plains
This waterway allowed the Spanish and French explore North America.
Gulf of Mexico
This river runs thorough the Grand Canyon and was used by the Spanish for exploration.
Colorado River
This is an area of flat elevated land
Plateau
The Continental Divide runs down the middle of this region. It is home to the "Teenage Mountains".
Rocky Mountains
These are the Old Rounded Mountains.
Appalachian Mountains
On a Compass, where are the Great Lakes located in North America? Name two of the Great Lakes.
North
Any two: Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, Ontario
This is the largest River in North America at 2,340 miles.
Mississippi River
This word means a connected line of mountains
Range
This regions key characteristics are Rivers and large River Valleys and also has several Tornadoes. This region also has good mix of Hills, Forrest and Grassy areas.
Interior Lowlands
This region runs along the Atlantic Ocean. It has long sandy beaches and prone to hurricanes.
Coastal Plain
Name the 4 reasons water ways are important.
Travel, Food, Water and Transportation
This river was used by Lewis and Clark as they explored the Northwest area of America
Colombia River
This word means an arrangement of physical features in an area
Topography
The Grand Canyon is located in this region. This region is also home to large desert areas.
Basin & Range
This region sits at the top of the United States and part of Canada. It is also know for its more rocky terrain from Glaciers eroding the soil. Many lakes are located here.
Canadian Shield
Waterways are compared to what other forms of travel.
Highways(driving), Airplane, Train
This river forms part of the border of Canada and America and connects the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean
St. Lawrence River
This is a smaller river, creek, or stream that feeds into a larger river, creek or stream
Tributary
This region is home to Volcanoes, rocky beaches and heavy rain fall. What is the name of the volcano that exploded from the side instead of the top?
Mount Saint Helens