Expansion of United States and Geographic Features Quiz
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What was the significance of the Gadsden Purchase in 1853?

  • Southern Arizona and southern New Mexico were added to the United States (correct)
  • Alaska was purchased from Russia
  • The Appalachian Mountains were discovered
  • Hawaii was annexed into the United States
  • Where is Mount Whitney located?

  • New Mexico
  • Central Alabama
  • Northern Alberta
  • Sierra Nevada (correct)
  • Which mountain is the highest in North America?

  • Mount Whitney
  • Mount McKinley
  • Mount Denali (correct)
  • Mount Everest
  • Which of the following states was not part of the 1848 acquisition brought from Mexico?

    <p>Florida</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What natural barrier separates the eastern Coastal Plain from the vast interior lowlands in North America?

    <p>The Appalachian Mountains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river converges with the Mississippi near St. Louis?

    <p>Missouri River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river is the longest in North America?

    <p>Mississippi River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river supplies drinking water to 40 million people in seven western states?

    <p>Colorado River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river forms the border with Mexico?

    <p>Rio Grande River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river supports $1.4 trillion in annual economic activity and 16 million jobs?

    <p>Colorado River</p> Signup and view all the answers

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