Virginia's Waterways
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Mystery Category
100
What is the body of water called between the coast of Virginia and the Eastern Shore?
The Chesapeake Bay
100
This region is known for being a part of the Appalachian Mountain system, and is located west of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
100
True or false:
Fredericksburg is on the James River
False
100
Which region is directly WEST of the Fall Line?
It is famous for being the "Land at the Foot of the Mountains"
The Piedmont Region
100
If Emilio wants to go to the region of Virginia known to have the best seafood, would he go to the Appalachian Plateau or the Coastal Plain region?
Coastal Plain Region
200
Virginia has 4 major rivers. Which of the following is NOT one of Virginia's major rivers?
A. James River
B. Potomac River
C. York River
D. Amazon River
D. Amazon River
200
Which region is known for having old, rounded mountains?
It is located between the Valley & Ridge region and the Piedmont Region
The Blue Ridge Region
200
The capital of Virginia is Richmond. On which river is it located?
The James River
200
Maya want to travel to a place in Virginia known for hills and valleys. To which region would she travel?
Valley & Ridge
200
Each of the 4 major rivers in Virginia flow into what body of water?
The Chesapeake Bay
300
Which ocean is located to the EAST of Virginia?
Atlantic Ocean
300
Which region includes the Eastern Shore?
The Coastal Plain or Tidewater Region
300
Melissa lives near the York River. Which famous city is on the York River?
Yorktown
300
The Davis family wants to vacation in a place with lots of water and the seafood is fresh. Which region of Virginia is flat and borders the Atlantic Ocean?
The Coastal Plain/Tidewater Region
300
The Fall Line separates which two regions of Virginia?
The Coastal Plain/Tidewater Region
AND
The Piedmont Region
400
What is Virginia's northernmost river? It is shown on the map here in green.
The Potomac River
400
Which region of Virginia is directly WEST of the Fall Line, and known for having rolling hills?
The Piedmont Region
400
Which major river flow by the cities of Jamestown and Richmond, Virginia?
The James River
400
Which region is know for being the "Source of many rivers"?
The Blue Ridge region
400
What is the name of the marsh area in Virginia that has an abundance of wildlife? (Hint - Lake Drummond is in the middle of this area)
The Dismal Swamp
500
What is the name of the freshwater lake pointed at by the red arrow in the picture below?
Lake Drummond
500
The smallest region of Virginia is located in the SouthWestern part of our state. It is known for coal mining.
Appalachian Plateau
500
Claire's teacher recommended that the kids remember the phrase "Frederick likes to Rap" to remember that Fredericksburg, Virginia is located on which river?
The Rappahannock River.
500
Which of the following statements about the Appalachian Plateau region is true?
A. It is low and has flatlands.
B. It is known as the "land at the foot of the mountains"
C. It is in the SouthWestern part of Virginia.
D. It is famous for information technology.
C. It is in the SouthWestern part of Virginia.
500
Name all 5 regions of Virginia
Coastal Plain/Tidewater Region
Piedmont Region
Blue Ridge Region
Valley & Ridge Region
Appalachian Plateau Region