Rio Grande River Quiz
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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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    Study Notes

    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.
    • 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.

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