Regions of the United States

Northeast The Northeast is the smallest in size but large in population. Most of the population live in the cities. Many of the largest cities are found along the Atlantic coast: Philadelphia, New York & Boston. Largest population density. Broad valleys and rolling hills. Appalachian Mountains.

South Two major landforms in the south are the Appalachian Mountains and Coastal Plains. Contains some of the country's largest swamps. Everglades- one of the largest and unusual swamps located in southern Florida. Large populations that continue to grow. Warm temperatures, long summers, and frequent rainfall have made the south an important agricultural region. Farms grow a variety of cash crops like peanuts, cotton, and citrus fruit. Farmers raise and sell hogs, chickens, and herds of beef and dairy cattle. Also contains sandy beaches that attracts visitors (tourism). Hurricanes also exist here from the months of June through November.

Middle West Consists of huge flat plains called the Interior Plains which contain two parts. Central Plains contain fertile soil which makes for great farming. (wheat) Extreme hot and cold temperatures and long dry seasons make Great Plains a difficult place to live. Tornadoes are prevalent here. The Great Lakes are located in this region as well as the drainage basin for the Mississippi River.

West Mountains are the most prominent landform in the West. The largest are the Rocky Mountains. Continental Divide- divides the North American continent into two parts. East of the divide, streams and rivers flow eastward. Rivers west of the divide flow west. Large plateaus and deep canyons are also located here, Grand Canyon. The lowest point in the United States is Death Valley. Large forest are also part of this region. Alaska and Hawaii are also part of this region.