Georgia Geography Qwizdom Review

_________________ refers to the day to day conditions and changes in the atmosphere, precipitation, wind speed and temperature. Weather

Ships returning to the New World from the colonies were pushed back home to Europe by the   Gulf Stream Current.

Distance measured north or south of the equator is known as___________________ .   Altitude Longitude Parallels Latitude Meridians

What physical feature(s) blocks Georgia’s coast from the erosion caused by waves? Barrier reefs barrier islands Okefenkokee Swamp Appalachian Mountains

The Coastal Plain is characterized by which of the following. A The Coastal Plain is characterized by which of the following? A. low precipitation, flat land, good fishing, sandy soil B. center for pulp production, mild climate, rich soil for growing peanuts and pecans C. rich yellow soil, many marshes and swamps, cattle grazing D. center for aeronautics industry, heavily populated, vast hunting areas B. center for pulp production, mild climate, rich soil for growing peanuts and pecans

The _____________________ river forms a border between Georgia and Alabama. Savannah Chattahoochee Sand Flint

Which direction do Meridian lines Run? East / North South / North South / West North / East West / North East / South

Which of Georgia’s seven wonders is this? Stone Canyon Tallulah Canyon Piedmont Canyon Providence Canyon Appalachian Canyon Radium Canyon

Which of these conditions would be most harmful for Georgia’s businesses? Drought El Nino’ Mild Temperatures Global Warming

Which of the following cities are located on the Fall Line? ©abcteach                      Japan and Asia                Japan   Which of the following cities are located on the Fall Line? Macon Atlanta Columbus Savannah Augusta Athens

Which direction do parallel lines measure? South / North East / North South / West West / North West /East East / South

None of the above COASTAL PLAIN Which of Georgia’s physiographic regions occupies the largest land area in the state? a. Appalachian Plateau region b. Blue Ridge region c. Piedmont region d. None of the above

The _____________________ river forms a border between Georgia and South Carolina. Savannah Chattahoochee Sand Flint

How many counties does Georgia have? 154 155 156 157 158 159 How many counties does Georgia have?

B or D Which statement is true of Georgia’s Piedmont region? a. The majority of the Piedmont region is a marble-based landform. b. Much of the soil is reddish in color and referred to as Georgia’s red clay. c. Agricultural products of the Piedmont region include onions, pecans, and peanuts. d. The region is home to over 60 percent of the state’s population.

Contains the highest group of mountains in Georgia Appalachian Plateau Region Blue Ridge Region Ridge and Valley Region Piedmont Region

limestone soil, city of Dalton, and beautiful waterfalls The Ridge and Valley is characterized by which of the following? A) short, shallow rivers, sandy soil, large granite deposits, pine forests B) limestone soil, city of Dalton, and beautiful waterfalls C) well drained soils, alpine forests, flat land, high mesas D) clay soil, about 100 miles wide, rolling hills, apple farming

A. precipitation of 80 inches, sandy loam and clay soil, and the highest point in the state The Blue Ridge is characterized by which of the following? A. precipitation of 80 inches, sandy loam and clay soil, and the highest point in the state B. shale and sandstone soil, forest and pastures, steep and narrow ridges capped with limestone C. limestone soil, hardwood forests, and beautiful waterfalls D. center for naval stores and pulp production, mild climate, rich soil for growing pecan trees and peanuts

The name of the state marked with V A. Georgia B. Alabama C. Tennessee D. North Carolina E. South Carolina

Which of Georgia’s seven wonders is associated with a former President of The United States? Stone Mountain Tallulah Gorge Warm Springs Okefenkokee Swamp Providence Canyon Radium Springs

C) Blue Ridge Tallulah Gorge, considered one of Georgia’s Seven Natural Wonders is located in which region? A) Outer Coastal Plain B) Ridge and Valley C) Blue Ridge D)Piedmont Region E)Inner Coastal Plain F) Appalachian Plateau

Which of Georgia’s seven wonders has a constant temperature of 88*F.? Warm Springs Which of Georgia’s seven wonders has a constant temperature of 88*F.? Stone Mountain Tallulah Gorge Okefenkokee Swamp Providence Canyon Warm Springs Radium Springs

Blue Ridge In what region is Amicalola Falls located? A) Outer Coastal Plain B) Ridge and Valley C) Blue Ridge D)Piedmont Region E)Inner Coastal Plain F) Appalachian Plateau

Distance measured East or West of the Prime Meridian is known as____________ .   Longitude Parallels Meridians Latitude Kilometers Longitude

Altitude Longitude Parallels Latitude Meridians What are the names of the lines used to measure distance North and South of the Equator?   Altitude Longitude Parallels Latitude Meridians

Ridge and Valley Dalton, known as the “carpet capital of the world” is located where? A) Outer Coastal Plain B) Ridge and Valley C) Blue Ridge D)Piedmont Region E)Inner Coastal Plain F) Appalachian Plateau

Which of Georgia’s seven wonders was caused by poor farming practices? Providence Canyon Which of Georgia’s seven wonders was caused by poor farming practices? Stone Mountain Tallulah Gorge Okefenkokee Swamp Providence Canyon Warm Springs Radium Springs

Appalachian Plateau In which region could you find a coal mine? A) Outer Coastal Plain B) Ridge and Valley C) Blue Ridge D)Piedmont Region E)Inner Coastal Plain F) Appalachian Plateau

Which direction do Meridian lines measure? South / North East / North South / West West / East West / North East / South

Which of Georgia’s seven wonders has waters at constant temperatures regardless of what the outside temperature is? Stone Mountain Tallulah Gorge Okefenkokee Swamp Providence Canyon Warm Springs Radium Springs

This river serves as a partial natural boundary between Georgia and Florida? Savannah Chattahoochee St. Mary’s Altamaha Flint Sand

Why are Georgia’s mountains so important to the state? Precipitation in the mountains provides water to the entire state. The red clay soil is excellent for peanuts and pecans. They provide a natural boundary between the Piedmont and the Coastal Plain. Natural passes through the mountains enabled trade routes to be established with the west.

Which statement is true regarding the Blue Ridge Region? Carpet Capitol of the World!!! It Has COAL!!! It is located north of the Fall Line It served as a refuge for runaway slaves and Native Americans

Which geographic feature forms a natural barrier to the warm moist air coming from the Gulf of Mexico? Look Out Mountain The Appalachian Mountains Stone Mountain Blue Ridge Mountains

The name of the state marked with II A. Georgia B. Alabama C. Tennessee D. North Carolina E. South Carolina

Altitude Longitude Parallels Latitude Meridians What are the names of the lines used to measure distance East and West of Greenwich, England?   Altitude Longitude Parallels Latitude Meridians

Appalachian Plateau region Which of Georgia’s physiographic regions occupies the smallest land area in the state? a. Appalachian Plateau region b. Blue Ridge region c. Ridge and Valley region d. None of the above

_________________ refers to the day to day conditions and changes in the atmosphere, precipitation, wind speed and temperature. Bariatric Pressure Global Warming Climate Weather Weather

B) North Atlantic Current C) Gulf Stream Current. Ships returning to the New World from the colonies were pushed back home to Europe by the   A) Canary Current B) North Atlantic Current C) Gulf Stream Current. D) Atlantic Equatorial Current.