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U.S. Regions: How Much Do You Know?

Test yourself on geography, history, popular attractions and more

By

Gina DeCaprio Vercesi,

 
AARP
Published July 25, 2022
/ Updated June 17, 2024
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Question 1 of 10

The 13 mountains known as the Presidential Range can be found in which U.S. region?

Sprawled across a rugged ridge in the heart of New Hampshire’s White Mountain National Forest, the Presidential Range consists of 13 mountain peaks, nine of which soar above 4,000 feet in elevation; seven of those are named for U.S. presidents. The most notable, Mount Washington, is the highest point in the Northeast, topping out at 6,288 feet. Visitors can travel to the summit on board the historic Cog Railway, which has been carrying passengers since 1869.

Question 2 of 10

The Pacific coastal region is home to which of the following old-growth forests?

Several of the country’s last remaining old-growth forests can be found between Northern California and Alaska. Dominated by massive redwoods, Douglas fir and giant sequoias, these lush forests are home to some of the planet’s most ancient trees. Hiking is one of the best ways to appreciate these living giants. One easy option? The Simpson-Reed trail in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park in California is a beautiful, level path through a redwood grove.

Question 3 of 10

You’ll find one of the finer collections of Victorian architecture in the country in which mid-Atlantic state?

The charming seaside town of Cape May boasts a colorful array of Queen Anne, colonial revival and stick-style Victorian homes. Many have been restored to their 19th-century splendor and now serve as B&Bs and inns.

Question 4 of 10

This network of waterways located in the Midwest includes more than 1,100 lakes and 1,500 miles of canoe routes.

In northeastern Minnesota, the BWCA covers nearly 1.1 million acres and is one of the most pristine natural places in the country. The area is truly a paddler’s dream, with endless lake-to-lake canoe routes and more than 2,000 secluded campsites.

Question 5 of 10

This U.S. region plays host to one of the largest ancient art sites in North America.

Overlooking the Rio Grande Valley less than 10 miles outside Albuquerque, New Mexico, Petroglyph National Monument protects and preserves an estimated 25,000 designs and symbols carved by the Ancestral Pueblo people. Tip: The Boca Negra Canyon Trail is close to the visitor center and leads past 100 different carvings.

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Question 6 of 10

Known as the “Moses of her people,” escaped slave and freedom fighter Harriet Tubman was born in what U.S. region?

Born in Maryland around 1822, Harriet Tubman risked her life guiding enslaved people hundreds of miles to freedom on the Underground Railroad. To celebrate the life and legacy of the fearless conductor, start at the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center in Church Creek before setting out along the Harriet Tubman Byway.

Question 7 of 10

The largest fleet of historic passenger sailing ships in the U.S. plies the waters of this region:

The Maine Windjammer Association’s nine majestic ships make up the country’s largest fleet of working windjammers. These traditional wooden sailing vessels, several of which are national historic landmarks, range in size from 64 to 132 feet and carry passengers on multiday sailing adventures along Maine’s stunning, windswept coastline.

Question 8 of 10

Which Rocky Mountain city sits at an elevation of 5,280 feet?

Also known as the Mile High City, Denver sits on a high plain framed by the Front Range Fourteeners — six 14,000-foot mountains that are just a few of the 58 such peaks in Colorado. The closest to the city is Mount Evans, which you can summit between Memorial Day and Labor Day via the picturesque Mount Evans Scenic Byway.

Question 9 of 10

This ancient settlement located in the Midwestern U.S. is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

More than 100 colossal mounds of earth used for habitation, burials and defense make up this remarkable site located 10 miles from St. Louis in Collinsville, Illinois. The park contains the largest pre-Columbian earthworks north of Mexico. The most impressive of these is Monks Mound, which covers more than 14 acres and stands 100 feet high. Cahokia Mounds became the first UNESCO World Heritage Site in the country in 1982.

Question 10 of 10

The longest contiguous stretch of coastline in the United States falls within which region?

With 1,197 miles of shore stretching along the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, Florida tops the charts as having the most coastline in the country. The gulf is known for its clear, calm waters. For bigger waves and Old Florida charm, St. Augustine and the Florida Keys are popular destinations. Plan a trip with AARP’s Guide to the Florida Keys.

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