Which initiative is being pursued to address climate change along the Pacific Coast?
Correct answer(s):
- Renewable energy development
Topic
The Major Landform Regions of the USA
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Which fish is known for its unique ability to change color?
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- Octopus
Which Pacific Coast city is known as the “Emerald City”?
Correct answer(s):
- Seattle
What is the largest island in the Pacific Coast region?
Correct answer(s):
- Vancouver Island
What is the longest coastline in the United States?
Correct answer(s):
- Alaska
What major highway runs along the Pacific Coast?
Correct answer(s):
- Pacific Coast Highway (California State Route 1)
What type of coral is found in the Pacific Coast waters?
Correct answer(s):
- No coral
What is the largest lake in California?
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- Lake Tahoe
Which river flows into the Pacific Ocean and is one of the longest in the U.S.?
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- Columbia River
What natural resource is abundant along the Pacific Coast?
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- Timber
Which region is known for its significant agricultural output along the Pacific Coast?
Correct answer(s):
- Central Valley
What organization works to protect marine life along the Pacific Coast?
Correct answer(s):
- NOAA Fisheries
Which city is known for its vibrant street art scene?
Correct answer(s):
- Los Angeles
Which act was established to protect marine sanctuaries?
Correct answer(s):
- Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act
What natural disaster is most common along the Pacific Coast?
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- Earthquakes
What impact is climate change having on the Pacific Coast?
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- Rising sea levels
Which fault line runs through California?
Correct answer(s):
- San Andreas Fault
Which coastal city is at significant risk of sealevel rise?
Correct answer(s):
- Miami
Which animal is considered a symbol of the Pacific Northwest?
Correct answer(s):
- Pacific salmon
What recreational activity is popular at beaches along the Pacific Coast?
Correct answer(s):
- Surfing