How do waterways help in reducing transportation costs in the U.S.?
  • By carrying large quantities of goods at a lower cost
Which U.S. agency is responsible for protecting water quality in the Great Lakes?
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Which organization is dedicated to preserving the Great Lakes ecosystem and has led efforts to reduce invasive species?
  • Great Lakes Protection Fund
Which city, located on the shores of Lake Michigan, is known as the “City of the Big Shoulders” and was historically important for trade and industry?
  • Chicago
Which historical event involved the construction of the Erie Canal, linking Lake Erie to the Hudson River?
  • The U.S. Expansion Westward
Which lake is known for experiencing extreme fluctuations in water levels due to seasonal changes and human impact?
  • Great Salt Lake