1. Regions Area that shares common characteristics Examples:
Physical Regions
Land formations
Climate
Human traits (language)

2. Regions of the United States

3. Northeast Region Birthplace of our nation Boston- American Revolution
Philadelphia- declared independence
First factories/ fishing
Large cities
New York, Washington, D.C.
Appalachian Mountains

4. Southeast Region Long growing season, rain, good soil
Cotton, rice, peanuts, fruits, tobacco
Hurricanes
Furniture making
Oceans- tourism
Rivers- Mississippi- transportation
Civil Rights Movement – end segregation- equality

5. Midwest Region Changing weather Land flat and good for farming
Oats, wheat, corn
Influenced by Europeans
Chicago, Detroit

6. Southwest Region Culture influenced by Native Americans and Spanish
Flat and dry land- deserts
Weather is hot and dry
Grand Canyon

7. West Region Rocky Mountains Lewis and Clark explored
Disneyland, skiing, hiking
Movie business, computers
Las Vegas – Salt Lake City, UT
Hawaii made by erupting volcanoes/Alaska farthest from equator
People came to west seeking adventure, opportunity (gold and silver) and sunshine

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