Which statement best describes the significance of the barrier islands? (1 point)
• They keep dangerous sea animals, such as sharks, from the beaches on the mainland
• They channel ocean saltwater away from inland rivers, creeks, and streams
• They lower tides so that Georgia does not experience damage from high tides
• They block the ocean waves and wind from directly hitting the mainland
The most accurate statement is that barrier islands block the ocean waves and wind from directly hitting the mainland.
Choose one
Barrier islands block the ocean waves and wind from directly hitting the mainland.
Georgia benefits from the _____ because they receive a large amount of rainfall that is then carried throughout the state.
•Appalachian Mountains
•Okefenokee Swamp
•Fall Line
•Limestone Caves
Georgia benefits from the Appalachian Mountains because they receive a large amount of rainfall that is then carried throughout the state.
Which of these is NOT true about the Okefenokee Swamp? (1 point)
• It is located in the Coastal Plains
• It was designated as a national wildlife refuge
• It is located in Blue Ridge
• It is home to many diverse plants and animals
The statement that is NOT true about the Okefenokee Swamp is that it is located in Blue Ridge.
Which of the following is true about Georgia's rivers? (1 point)
• Rivers determined Georgia's original boundaries and affected the location of its settlements
• Rivers help moderate the climate of the state
• Rivers provide mineable coal
• Rivers are the most important method of transporting goods
The true statement about Georgia's rivers is that rivers determined Georgia's original boundaries and affected the location of its settlements.
What important Georgia river serves as the boundary between Georgia and South Carolina? (1 point)
• Chattahoochee River
• Altamaha River
• Oconee River
• Savannah River