Chapter 1

Question 1

Describe the location of PA.

Answer 1

A.) World Hemispheres: Northern and Western
B.) Continent: North America
C.) Country: The United States of America
D.) Region of the United States: Northeast Region

Question 2

Name the states and waterforms that border PA.

Answer 2

A.) to the west: Ohio and West Virginia
B.) to the east: Delaware River, New Jersey, and New York
C.) to the north: Lake Erie and New York
D.) to the south: West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and New Jersey

Question 3

What is the northwest part of PA called?

Answer 3

It is called the “Chimney Corner” because of its shape.

Question 4

What is the highest point of elevation in PA?

Answer 4

Mt. Davis is the highest point of elevation in PA.

Question 5

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Answer 5

Weather is something you can see and feel in the outdoor environment each day, and climate is the average weather an area receives over a long time.