US Geography and Regions — Answer Key
Part A: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. The Mississippi River is the longest river in the United States.
The Mississippi River is the longest river in the US, flowing from Minnesota south to the Gulf of Mexico through the Midwest and Southeast.
2. The Rocky Mountains are found in the West region of the United States.
The Rocky Mountains stretch through the West region of the United States from north to south.
3. The five Great Lakes are Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario.
Lake Ontario is one of the five Great Lakes and forms part of the border between the US and Canada.
4. The Southwest region is known for hot deserts and the Grand Canyon.
The Southwest region is known for its hot, dry climate and includes states like Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico.
5. The Colorado River carved out the Grand Canyon over millions of years.
The Grand Canyon in Arizona is one of the most famous natural landmarks in the Southwest region.
6. States like New York and Massachusetts are part of the Northeast region.
The Northeast region contains some of America's oldest cities, including Boston and Philadelphia, which were founded during colonial times.
7. The Appalachian Mountains run from Alabama to Maine along the eastern side of the country.
The Appalachian Mountains are one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world, stretching from the Northeast down into the Southeast.
8. The Ohio River flows through several Midwest states before joining the Mississippi.
The Ohio River is a major waterway that forms borders between several Midwest and Southeast states.
9. Hawaii and Alaska are both part of the West region.
The West region borders the Pacific Ocean along the coasts of California, Oregon, and Washington.
Part B: Matching
Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.
1. Match each item to its correct answer.
Texas
→ Southwest
Midwest
Maine
→ Northeast
Southwest
Kansas
→ Midwest
Northeast
California
→ West
West
Texas is in the Southwest region. Maine is in the Northeast region. Kansas is in the Midwest region. California is in the West region.