Mountains
How would you define a mountain?
A mountain is higher and steeper than a hill.
What are characteristics of deserts?
Dry, hot, humid
What is the longest river in the United States?
Missouri River
Define what a valley is.
A low area of land between hills or mountains, typically with a river flowing through it.
TRUE OR FALSE: A lake flows differently than a river.
True
Which mountain could be considered the oldest mountain on Earth?
Appalachian Mountains.
TRUE OR FALSE: Temperatures in US deserts can reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
TRUE
What US state is the Hudson River in?
New York
TRUE OR FALSE: A valley can NOT be formed through erosion- they have always been there.
FALSE: A valley can be formed by erosion, but can take thousands of years
Which US state has the most lakes?
Minnesota
What mountain range passes through the western states, such as Utah and Colorado?
The Rocky Mountains.
What is the hottest desert in the US?
The Mojave Desert
Why is the Mississippi River important?
Used for trade and travel and supplies hydroelectirc power to many states.
How many valleys are in the United States?
15
TRUE OR FALSE: Lakes have only freshwater.
FALSE: Most lakes are freshwater, but some are saltwater.
What state are the Sierra Nevada mountains in?
California
Which US state has the biggest desert?
Arizona
Name the 5 major rivers in the US.
Mississippi, Ohio, Rio Grande, Colorado, and Hudson
What is a gorge considered?
A gorge is a place where a valley is very narrow and has high walls.
What makes a lake different from ponds, rivers, and streams?
Lakes are usually longer and deeper, lakes do not connect to the ocean, lakes hardly move.