Guided Practice: US Regions
Quick Review
- Northeast = 11 states, cold winters, history, big cities
- Southeast = 12 states, warm climate, beaches, tourism
- Midwest = 12 states, flat plains, Great Lakes, farming
- West = 11 states, mountains, deserts, Pacific coast
- Southwest = Hot, dry, deserts, Spanish influence
Practice Problems
1. Which region contains the Great Lakes?
A) Northeast
B) Southeast
C) Midwest
D) West
Answer
C) Midwest - The five Great Lakes are located in the Midwest region.
2. Florida is in which region?
A) Northeast
B) Southeast
C) Midwest
D) West
Answer
B) Southeast - Florida is famous for its warm beaches and Disney World.
3. The Rocky Mountains are mainly in which region?
A) Northeast
B) Southeast
C) Midwest
D) West
Answer
D) West - The Rocky Mountains stretch through states like Colorado, Montana, and Wyoming.
4. Which region is called "America's Heartland"?
A) Northeast
B) Southeast
C) Midwest
D) West
Answer
C) Midwest - It's in the center of the country and grows much of America's food.
5. The Statue of Liberty is in which region?
A) Northeast
B) Southeast
C) Midwest
D) West
Answer
A) Northeast - It's in New York Harbor, welcoming visitors to America.
6. Which state is in the West region?
A) Ohio
B) Georgia
C) California
D) Pennsylvania
Answer
C) California - California is on the Pacific coast in the West.
7. The Grand Canyon is in which region?
A) Northeast
B) Southeast
C) Midwest
D) West
Answer
D) West - The Grand Canyon is in Arizona.
8. Which region is known for hot, humid summers and hurricanes?
A) Northeast
B) Southeast
C) Midwest
D) West
Answer
B) Southeast - States along the Gulf of Mexico often experience hurricanes.
9. Wisconsin is called "America's Dairyland." Which region is it in?
A) Northeast
B) Southeast
C) Midwest
D) West
Answer
C) Midwest - Wisconsin produces lots of milk and cheese.
10. Which region has four distinct seasons with colorful fall leaves?
A) Southeast
B) Northeast
C) Southwest
D) West coast
Answer
B) Northeast - The Northeast is famous for beautiful fall foliage.
Next Steps
- Review states in each region on a map
- Think about which region you live in
- Continue to Primary Source Analysis