US Transportation Geography Quiz
Ports, rail corridors, interstates, hubs (10 questions).
US Transportation Geography Quiz: Quick Study Notes
Understanding the arteries of American commerce is essential for grasping the country’s economic geography. This quiz tests your knowledge of the vital ports, highways, railways, and air hubs that keep the United States moving.
Key Takeaways
- Chicago is the critical interchange point for nearly all Class I railroads.
- I-90 connects Boston to Seattle, ranking as the longest Interstate.
- The Port of Los Angeles handles the most container traffic (TEUs).
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta is the busiest passenger airport globally.
- I-95 is the primary north-south corridor for the East Coast.
What is the busiest container port in the US?
The Port of Los Angeles is the busiest container port in the United States, handling a significant portion of transpacific trade.
Which city is the railroad hub of North America?
Chicago, Illinois, is the primary railroad hub, where six of the seven Class I railroads meet to interchange freight.
How are Interstate Highway numbers assigned?
Primary Interstates with one or two digits follow a grid: Odd numbers run North-South (increasing West to East), and Even numbers run East-West (increasing South to North).
Where is the busiest airport in the world?
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Georgia is consistently the busiest airport by passenger volume.
What connects the Great Lakes to the ocean?
The St. Lawrence Seaway acts as a system of locks, canals, and channels that permits ocean-going vessels to travel from the Atlantic Ocean into the Great Lakes.
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