U.S. Geographic Features Quiz

The Atlantic Ocean is located to the east of the US, separating it from Europe and Africa. The Indian Ocean is located to the south, the Arctic Ocean to the north, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.

The Great Lakes serve as the border between the United States and Canada, specifically Lakes Ontario, Huron, Michigan, Erie, and Superior.

The coordinates 41 N and 112 W are specific to the Great Salt Lake located in Utah. Lake Tahoe, Lake Superior, and Lake Michigan are all prominent bodies of water in the United States but are not located at these coordinates.

San Francisco Bay is the largest bay in California in terms of water volume and surface area. It is located in Northern California and is considered a vital ecological resource.

The Colorado River is the major river that flows through the Grand Canyon, carving out the iconic geological features over millions of years. The Mississippi River, Amazon River, and Nile River are significant rivers in their own right, but they do not flow through the Grand Canyon.

The Rio Grande is the river that forms the border between the US and Mexico. It is one of the longest rivers in North America.

The Gulf Coastal Plain specifically refers to the flatlands beside the North and West coastline of the Gulf of Mexico. The Atlantic Coastal Plain is located along the East Coast of the United States, while the Pacific Coastal Plain is found along the West Coast. The Arctic Coastal Plain is located in the northernmost parts of Alaska and other Arctic regions.

The Appalachian Mountains are the main mountain chain in the eastern United States, stretching from Alabama to Maine. The Rocky Mountains, Sierra Nevada, and Cascade Range are all located in western regions of the US.

Mt. McKinley, also known as Denali, is the highest mountain peak in North America, with a summit elevation of 20,310 feet above sea level. It is located in the Alaska Range within Denali National Park and Preserve.

The Cascade Range is the correct answer as it includes several notable peaks such as Mount Rainier in Washington and Mount Hood in Oregon, both of which are prominent volcanic mountains.

The correct answer is Pacific Ocean because the only island state located is Hawaii, which is in the North Pacific Ocean.

The Gulf of Mexico is located west of Florida and is connected to the Atlantic Ocean. The Caribbean Sea is located further south, the Pacific Ocean is on the opposite side of the continent, and the Bering Sea is located in the Northern Hemisphere.

The Hudson River flows southward through New York state and empties into New York Harbor, providing a key waterway for the region.

The Mississippi River is the largest river in the US by volume, flowing approximately 2,350 miles from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico.

The Ohio River is the correct answer as it flows west of the Appalachians and serves as the border between Indiana and Kentucky.

The St Lawrence River is the correct answer as it is the river that runs northeast from Lake Ontario to the Atlantic Ocean. The other options mentioned do not fit the description provided in the question.

The Great Plains is a vast region of flatlands in North America between the Rocky Mountains and the Mississippi River. It is known for its grasslands and farming opportunities.

Cape Cod is the correct answer as it is a peninsula in Massachusetts that extends into the Atlantic Ocean. While the other options are notable landforms in the northeastern United States, they are not located just north of 40N nor do they resemble a giant fishhook.

The Atlantic Coastal Plain is a flatland region that extends south from Chesapeake Bay to the East Coast of Florida, characterized by its low elevation and sandy soil.

The correct answer is Central Valley. It is a large, flat valley that runs through the center of California, between the Sierra Nevada and the Coast Range. It is known for its fertile agricultural lands and diverse wildlife.

The Rocky Mountains are the first major mountain range encountered when traveling west from the Great Plains, making them the correct answer to the question.

The Sierra Nevada mountain range runs roughly north to south along the eastern edge of California, separating it from the state of Nevada. The other mountain ranges mentioned are not geographically located between California and Nevada.

The Coast Range is the correct range of mountains that run along California's coastline, not the Sierra Nevada, Cascade Range, or Rocky Mountains.

The Brooks Range is located in northern Alaska, making it the furthest North mountain range in North America. The Rocky Mountains, Andes Mountains, and Himalayas are all well-known mountain ranges, but none of them are as far North as the Brooks Range.

Washington DC is located on the eastern seaboard of the United States, making the Atlantic Ocean the largest body of water to the east. However, specifically to the east of Washington DC is the Chesapeake Bay, which is the largest estuary in the United States. The Potomac River flows through Washington DC but is not located east of it. Delaware Bay is located further north along the coast.

The Missouri River flows from Montana to Missouri, forming the border between Iowa and Nebraska for a certain stretch.

The Columbia River flows from British Columbia in Canada through the states of Washington and Oregon before reaching the Pacific Ocean. The Snake River, Willamette River, and Klamath River are also significant rivers in the Pacific Northwest region, but they do not form the border between two states and flow into the Pacific Ocean.

The Great Basin is a large area of flatlands surrounded by mountain ranges covering most of Nevada. The Rocky Mountains, Sierra Nevada, and Mojave Desert are not extensive flatlands surrounding by mostly mountains in Nevada.

Mt. Whitney is the tallest mountain in California, standing at an elevation of 14,505 feet. While Mt. Shasta is also a notable mountain in California, it is not the tallest. Half Dome is a distinct rock formation in Yosemite National Park, not a mountain. Mount San Gorgonio, also known as Old Greyback, is the highest peak in Southern California but is not the tallest mountain in the state.

Mauna Loa is the largest volcano on the island of Hawaii, both in terms of volume and height. While Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes on the island, Mauna Loa surpasses it in size. Mauna Kea is the tallest volcano on the island, but not the largest in terms of volume. Hualalai is another volcano on the island, but it is not as massive as Mauna Loa.