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The Great Basin is characterized by ____.
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- High elevation deserts
The Great Basin is known for its ____.
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- Rare desert flora and fauna
Which of these rivers flows through the Great Basin?
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- Snake River
Which of the following animals is commonly found in the Great Basin?
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- Desert tortoise
The Great Basin experiences which of the following?
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- Severe droughts
Which of these species is not found in the Great Basin?
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- Kangaroo
Which plant dominates the Great Basin’s vegetation?
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- Sagebrush
Which type of agriculture is most suitable in the Great Basin?
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- Irrigated farming
Which mountain range forms part of the Great Basin’s western edge?
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- Sierra Nevada
Which national park is located in the Great Basin?
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- Great Basin National Park
What is the main source of water for vegetation in the Great Basin?
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- Snowmelt from mountains
Which geographical feature dominates the Great Basin?
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- Tall mountain ranges
Which area is the largest desert in the Great Basin?
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- Great Basin Desert
What is a defining characteristic of the Great Basin?
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- Endorheic drainage pattern (closed basin)
What is the primary vegetation type in the Great Basin?
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- Desert scrub and sagebrush
The Great Basin experiences which of the following precipitation patterns?
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- Very little rainfall
Which of the following is a major basin in the Great Basin?
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- Great Salt Lake Basin
Which is not a natural feature of the Great Basin?
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- Tropical beaches
Which tree species is important to the Great Basin?
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- Joshua Tree
What is the average rainfall in the Great Basin?
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- Less than 10 inches per year