Geography Review Geography Review Which of Georgias physiographic

Geography Review

Geography Review Which of Georgia’s physiographic regions occupies the largest land area in the state? a. Coastal Plain region b. Blue Ridge region c. Piedmont region d. None of the above

Geography Review Which area of Georgia receives the most precipitation annually? a. Southern coastal areas b. Northern mountain areas c. Central plains areas d. Mid-western areas

Geography Review Most of Georgia’s major agricultural products, including peanuts and Vidalia onions, are grown in the a. Coastal Plain region. b. Appalachian Plateau region. c. Blue Ridge region. d. Piedmont region.

Geography Review Which city is not located on Georgia’s Fall Line? a. Columbus b. Macon c. Augusta d. Athens

Geography Review If you were hiking from the Appalachian Trail, which geographic region would be the best starting point? a. Blue Ridge region b. Coastal Plain c. Piedmont d. Ridge and Valley region

Geography Review Which is an advantage of Georgia’s mild climate? a. Long growing season for agriculture b. Four separate, distinct seasons of the year c. Jobs for snow plow drivers d. Frequent absences from work or school for severe weather

Geography Review Which statement describes a way that the barrier islands protect the mainland? a. They channel ocean saltwater away from inland rivers, creeks, and streams. b. They block storms, such as hurricanes and nor’easters, from reaching the mainland. c. They block much of the wind, sands, and water that could cause erosion on the mainland. d. They were used for pirate treasure.

Geography Review Which regions of the state are separated by Georgia’s Fall Line? a. Coastal Plain region and Piedmont region b. Piedmont region and Ridge and Valley region c. Blue Ridge region and Ridge and Valley region d. Appalachian Plateau and Blue Ridge

Geography Review How is Georgia’s overall climate best described? a. dry and cold b. dry and hot c. humid and mild d. wet and hot

Geography Review Which industry is most affected by Georgia’s mild climate? a. agriculture b. chemical c. mining d. transportation

Geography Review Which statement describes Georgia’s relative location? a. Georgia is a northeastern state b. Georgia is located north of Florida c. Georgia is located in the southwestern US d. Georgia is located between 30 E and 35 E latitude and between 80 W and 85 W longitude

Geography Review In which region of the US is Georgia located? a. central b. northeastern c. southeastern d. western

Geography Review What is the highest peak in GA? a. Amicalola Falls b. Brasstown Bald c. Cloudland Canyon d. Tallulah Gorge

Geography Review Which is the smallest physiographic (geographic) area in GA? a. Appalachian Plateau b. Blue Ridge c. Coastal Plain d. Ridge and Valley

Geography Review In which region is the Okefenokee Swamp located? a. Blue Ridge b. Coastal Plain c. Piedmont Plateau d. Ridge and Valley

Geography Review Where is the largest single container facility on the East Coast located? a. Brunswick b. Columbus c. Jekyll Island d. Savannah