Multiple Choice Question
Which region is characterized by red clay and gently sloping hills and is the most highly populated region in Georgia, containing most of the state’s major cities, including Atlanta?
A.
Ridge and Valley
B.
Coastal Plain
C.
Blue Ridge
D.
Piedmont
D. Piedmont
Which region is home to Georgia’s only known source for coal?
A.
Appalachian Plateau
B.
Piedmont
C.
Ridge and Valley
D.
Blue ridge
A. Appalachian Plateau
What is the natural boundary that separates the Piedmont Region from the Coastal Plain Region?
A.
The Fall Line
B.
The Appalachian Mountains
C.
The Okefenokee Swamp
D.
The Shark Line
A. The Fall Line
Which of the following is true about Georgia’s rivers?
A.
Rivers are the most important method of transporting goods
B.
Rivers provide mineable coal
C.
Rivers help moderate the climate of the state
D.
Rivers determined Georgia’s original boundaries and affected the location of its settlements
D. Rivers determined Georgia’s original boundaries and affected the location of its settlements
are you sure?
Yes, I am sure. Rivers, particularly the Chattahoochee and Savannah rivers, played a significant role in determining Georgia's original boundaries and the location of early settlements. They were often used as natural boundaries between colonies and later states and served as important transportation routes for trade and settlement.
To determine the correct answer, we need to identify the characteristics of each region and match them with the description given in the question.
A. Ridge and Valley: This region is known for its long, parallel ridges and valleys. It is not characterized by red clay and gently sloping hills.
B. Coastal Plain: This region is characterized by flat terrain, sandy soil, and a coastline. It does not have red clay or gently sloping hills.
C. Blue Ridge: This region is located in the northeastern part of Georgia and is characterized by mountain ranges, including the Appalachian Mountains. It is not known for red clay or gently sloping hills.
D. Piedmont: This region is located in the central part of Georgia and is characterized by gently rolling hills and clay-rich soil. It is the most highly populated region in Georgia and contains major cities like Atlanta.
Based on the given description, the correct answer is D. Piedmont.