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What makes the Rio Grande important despite not being used for shipping?

Its location as the border of Texas and Mexico (correct)

Its length being the fourth or fifth longest in North America

Its name being Spanish for the Big River

Its use as a source of drinking water

Why can ocean-going ships not navigate the waters of the Rio Grande?

The river twists so much that it occasionally changes course

The river is known as Rio Bravo in Mexico

The river is almost dry due to excessive water usage

The river extends downward from the mountains to the Gulf of Mexico (correct)

What does the name 'Rio Bravo' signify about the river?

Its twists and turns causing occasional course shifts

Its length being the fourth or fifth longest in North America

Its use as a source of drinking water

Its furious nature reflected in the name (correct)

Why has much of the water been drained from the Rio Grande?

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What is significant about the Rio Grande's length?

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The Rio Grande's Importance and Characteristics

Despite not being used for shipping, the Rio Grande is significant due to its role as a border between the US and Mexico.

Navigability of the Rio Grande

Ocean-going ships cannot navigate the Rio Grande's waters because of its shallow depth and narrow width.

The Rio Grande's Nickname

The name 'Rio Bravo' signifies that the river is wild or fierce.

Water Depletion in the Rio Grande

Much of the water has been drained from the Rio Grande for agricultural and urban use.

The Rio Grande's Length

The Rio Grande stretches for approximately 1,885 miles (3,034 km), making it a significant geographical feature in North America.

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Test your knowledge of the Rio Grande River with this quiz! Explore its historical and geographical significance, and learn interesting facts about this important border river between Texas and Mexico.