Milwaukee, Wisconsin Civics Practice Test

Which river is widely recognized as one of the longest in the United States?

Mississippi River Ganges River Nile River Yangtze River

Correct Answer:

Mississippi River

Explanation:

When considering long rivers in the United States, the Mississippi River stands out because of its great length and prominence in U.S. geography. It runs from northern Minnesota down to the Gulf of Mexico, and together with the Missouri River forms one of the longest river systems in North America, about 2,340 miles long. That expansive reach is why it’s widely recognized as one of the longest rivers in the United States. The other rivers listed are located outside the United States—the Ganges in India, the Nile in Africa, and the Yangtze in China—so they don’t fit the question.

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