Milestones Review: Georgia Geography
Questions with Complete Solutions
Which river is helps form part of the boundary between Georgia and South Carolina?
Savannah River
What is the major body of water along Georgia's eastern coastline? Atlantic Ocean
Which river helps form part of the boundary between Georgia and Florida? Stm Marys
River
What in an interesting fact about Georgia's lakes? All are man-made
What is the primary function of the barrier islands? To protect the beaches by blocking
much of the wind, sands, and water that could erode the mainland.
Name the 5 states that border Georgia Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, South
Carolina, and Florida
, How has Georgia's climate impacted economic development of the state? Consistently
mild temperatures, long growing seasons throughout the state, plentiful precipitation all support
agricultural development as well as attracting businesses and industry to the state.
How is Georgia's overall climate best described? Humid and mild
Which industry is MOST affected by Georgia's mild climate? Agriculture
What distiction does Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport hold? Busiest airport in the
world
Name Georgia's 2 deepwater seaports Brunswick and Savannah
Name the 4 major interstates that connect Georgia to other regions of the country I-75; I-
85; I-20; & I-95
Name the 3 interstate highways that have helped Atlanta to become a major transportation hub in
the US. I-75; I-85; & I-20
Questions with Complete Solutions
Which river is helps form part of the boundary between Georgia and South Carolina?
Savannah River
What is the major body of water along Georgia's eastern coastline? Atlantic Ocean
Which river helps form part of the boundary between Georgia and Florida? Stm Marys
River
What in an interesting fact about Georgia's lakes? All are man-made
What is the primary function of the barrier islands? To protect the beaches by blocking
much of the wind, sands, and water that could erode the mainland.
Name the 5 states that border Georgia Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, South
Carolina, and Florida
, How has Georgia's climate impacted economic development of the state? Consistently
mild temperatures, long growing seasons throughout the state, plentiful precipitation all support
agricultural development as well as attracting businesses and industry to the state.
How is Georgia's overall climate best described? Humid and mild
Which industry is MOST affected by Georgia's mild climate? Agriculture
What distiction does Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport hold? Busiest airport in the
world
Name Georgia's 2 deepwater seaports Brunswick and Savannah
Name the 4 major interstates that connect Georgia to other regions of the country I-75; I-
85; I-20; & I-95
Name the 3 interstate highways that have helped Atlanta to become a major transportation hub in
the US. I-75; I-85; & I-20
