Regions: The Southwest Unit Test
1. What states are included in the Southwest region of the United States?
a) Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California
b) Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, and Mississippi
c) Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina
d) Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, and Colorado
2. Which city in the Southwest region is known for its music scene and the annual South by Southwest (SXSW) festival?
a) Phoenix, Arizona
b) Austin, Texas
c) Santa Fe, New Mexico
d) Los Angeles, California
3. Which national park in the Southwest region is famous for its majestic rock formations and desert landscapes?
a) Yellowstone National Park
b) Grand Canyon National Park
c) Great Smoky Mountains National Park
d) Zion National Park
4. What is the name of the Native American tribe that is known for its intricate silver and turquoise jewelry in the Southwest region?
a) Cherokee
b) Navajo
c) Sioux
d) Apache
5. What is the largest city in the Southwest region of the United States?
a) Los Angeles, California
b) Houston, Texas
c) Phoenix, Arizona
d) San Diego, California
6. Which major river flows through the Southwest region and serves as a vital water source for agriculture and cities?
a) Mississippi River
b) Colorado River
c) Rio Grande
d) Columbia River
7. What is the name of the iconic building located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, known for its distinctive adobe architecture?
a) Alamo
b) Space Needle
c) Santa Fe Opera House
d) Palace of the Governors
8. Which of the following natural landmarks is NOT located in the Southwest region?
a) Monument Valley
b) Death Valley
c) Yosemite National Park
d) Carlsbad Caverns
9. What is the name of the annual cultural event held in Albuquerque, New Mexico, that features hot air balloons from around the world?
a) Fiesta de San Antonio
b) International Balloon Festival
c) Balloon Fiesta
d) Hot Air Balloon Extravaganza
10. What is the traditional dish in New Mexico made with stacked corn tortillas, cheese, and red or green chile sauce?
a) Tamales
b) Enchiladas
c) Posole
d) Navajo Fry Bread
Answers:
1. a) Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California
2. b) Austin, Texas
3. b) Grand Canyon National Park
4. b) Navajo
5. b) Houston, Texas
6. b) Colorado River
7. d) Palace of the Governors
8. c) Yosemite National Park
9. c) Balloon Fiesta
10. b) Enchiladas