| The Beautiful Northeast |
| #1 |
Name the 2 Great Lakes between Niagara Falls. |
Lake Erie & Lake Ontario |
| #2 |
What are 3 main mountain ranges in the northeastern part of the Appalachian Mountains? |
Green Mountains, White Mountains, Catskill Mountains |
| #3 |
Which 2 states in the Northeast do NOT border the Atlantic Ocean? |
Pennsylvania & Vermont |
| #4 |
Why are tourists important to Niagara Falls? |
Many tourists spend money visiting the beautiful falls each year. |
| #5 |
What is another reason why Niagara Falls is important to the Northeast? |
Much of the power and electricity of the region is produced by the falls. |
| Resources |
| #1 |
Which lake is the largest of the Finger Lakes? |
Lake Seneca |
| #2 |
Why are the hilly areas of the Northeast ideal for growing grapes? |
Warm air surrounding the Finger Lakes creates the right conditions for the grape's long growing season. |
| #3 |
Name at least 1 reason why water is important to the production and growth of cranberries? |
1. In winter, water freezes over the bogs to protect the plants. 2. Water protects the plants against insects and diseases. 3. In fall, air pockets cause them to rise when they are flooded. |
| #4 |
The next few questions will describe how syrup is made. When days get _______, a hole is drilled into the tree and a __________ is attached. |
warmer, spout |
| #5 |
The ________ is collected in buckets. |
sap |
