The Interior Plains are part of which larger geographical feature in North America?
Correct answer(s):
- The Great Plains
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How were the Interior Plains formed?
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- By sedimentary deposition
The Interior Plains are bordered on the west by which mountain range?
Correct answer(s):
- Rocky Mountains
Which of the following ecosystems can be found in the northern parts of the Interior Plains?
Correct answer(s):
- Temperate forest
The fertile soils of the Interior Plains are often referred to as ____
Correct answer(s):
- Chernozem
Which U.S. President established the Appalachian Regional Commission in 1965 to address poverty in the region?
Correct answer(s):
- Lyndon B. Johnson
Which Appalachian state is known for the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway?
Correct answer(s):
- North Carolina
The Appalachian Trail crosses through how many states?
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- 14
The term “hillbilly” is often associated with which cultural region of the United States?
Correct answer(s):
- The Appalachian Mountains
The Appalachian Mountains are part of which larger geological formation that extends across the eastern United States and Canada?
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- The Appalachian orogenic belt
The term “Appalachian dulcimer” refers to a traditional musical instrument from which Appalachian cultural group?
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- Scots-Irish settlers
The Appalachian Mountains were a significant barrier to westward expansion during which period of U.S. history?
Correct answer(s):
- Colonial period
What type of ecosystem is commonly found in the Appalachian Mountains?
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- Temperate deciduous forest
The Appalachian Mountains are considered to be how old?
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- 500 million years
Which famous Appalachian valley is located between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains?
Correct answer(s):
- Shenandoah Valley
Which Appalachian state is known for the Appalachian Festival, celebrating the region’s culture?
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- Kentucky
The highest peaks in the Appalachian Mountains are found in which region?
Correct answer(s):
- The Southern Appalachians
Which river forms part of the eastern boundary of the Appalachian region?
Correct answer(s):
- Potomac River
Which famous Appalachian festival celebrates the region’s rich musical and cultural heritage?
Correct answer(s):
- Mountain Heritage Festival
The term “Appalachia” refers to which of the following?
Correct answer(s):
- A cultural region in the eastern U.S.