10 Questions
Which river is the longest in North America?
Missouri River
What river serves as a water source for seven western states?
Colorado River
Which river forms the border with Mexico?
Rio Grande River
Which river converges with the Mississippi near St. Louis?
Missouri River
Which river supports a significant amount of annual economic activity and jobs in several U.S. states?
Colorado River
What was the main reason for the establishment of West Virginia in 1861-1865?
To serve as a buffer zone between the Union and the Confederacy.
Which mountain is recognized as the highest in North America and the third-highest of the seven summits?
Mount Denali
What geographical feature forms a natural barrier between the eastern Coastal Plain and the vast interior lowlands of North America?
Appalachian Mountains
Which territory was added to the United States in 1898 through annexation?
Hawaii
Where are the Rocky Mountains located geographically within North America?
Stretching from northern Alberta and British Columbia to New Mexico.
Test your knowledge on the territories gained by the United States through various means such as the Gadsden Purchase and Alaska's purchase from Russia. Also covers significant events like the establishment of West Virginia and Hawaii's annexation. Learn about the country's mountain systems like the Appalachian Mountains.
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