Home to the largest city in America
New York City
The largest group of freshwater lakes in the world
The Great Lakes
This is a National Park in California that we read about in Unit 1 of Reading Street
Yosemite
Southern and northern states fought this war over slavery
The Civil War
This massive canyon was carved over millions of years by the Colorado River
The Grand Canyon
This was a gift from France that stands as a symbol to welcome people to the United States.
Statue of Liberty
Detroit is known for what industry
Automotive
The Golden Gate bridge is found here
San Francisco, California
Separating groups of people based on their race or color of their skins is called
Segregation
The Colorado River is a major source of this
water
Our nation's capital
Washington, D.C.
This midwest city is known for its deep-dish pizza.
Chicago
This major industry is found in Silicon Valley, California
Technology
This city is known as the home of blues music
Memphis, Tennesee
This large city is known for entertainment and bright lights
Las Vegas, Nevada
The eastern side of this region borders what ocean
Atlantic Ocean
The climate here has distinct seasons. Name them.
Spring, Summer, Winter, and Fall
This state is a top producer of fruits, vegetables, and nuts.
California
This city is known as the birthplace of jazz music
New Orleans, Louisiana
This city in Arizona is known for its stunning red rock formations
Sedona
This mountain range extends into the southern parts the region
Appalachian Mountains
Carvings of four past presidents in a mountain
Mount Rushmore
These two states in the west have a desert-like climate
Arizona and Nevada
This is the most important mineral for this region
Coal
The Southwest is known for this type of climate
hot and dry