Which European explorer was one of the first to map the Appalachian region?
Correct answer(s):
- Hernando de Soto
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Geography
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What type of traditional Appalachian dwelling is often associated with early settlers?
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- Log cabins
The Appalachian region was heavily involved in which historic conflict?
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- Civil War
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, part of the Appalachians, is located in which states?
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- Tennessee and North Carolina
What is the length of the Appalachian Trail?
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- 2,200 miles
Which European nation first established settlements near the Appalachian Mountains?
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- England
The Appalachian Mountains served as a natural barrier to early colonial expansion westward, What was this event called?
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- The Proclamation of 1763
Which U.S. President was born near the Appalachian region?
Correct answer(s):
- Abraham Lincoln
Coal mining has been an important industry in the Appalachians. In which state is this especially true?
Correct answer(s):
- West Virginia
The Appalachian Trail runs through how many states?
Correct answer(s):
- 14
Which European explorer was one of the first to map the Appalachian region?
Correct answer(s):
- Hernando de Soto
What type of traditional Appalachian dwelling is often associated with early settlers?
Correct answer(s):
- Log cabins
The Appalachian region was heavily involved in which historic conflict?
Correct answer(s):
- Civil War
The Appalachian region is known for its distinct music style What is it called?
Correct answer(s):
- Bluegrass
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, part of the Appalachians, is located in which states?
Correct answer(s):
- Tennessee and North Carolina
Coal mining has been an important industry in the Appalachians In which state is this especially true?
Correct answer(s):
- West Virginia
Which river is often considered the eastern boundary of the Mississippi River System?
Correct answer(s):
- Ohio River
Which U.S. state is named after the Mississippi River?
Correct answer(s):
- Mississippi
The Mississippi River basin covers what fraction of the U.S.?
Correct answer(s):
- 1/3
Which environmental issue is a major concern for the Mississippi River today?
Correct answer(s):
- River pollution