The Southwest Region

4. This natural wonder runs 217 miles long and is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the Southwest.
6. What desert covers the majority of southern Arizona and New Mexico
8. Name of the river that creates a natural boundary between Mexico and Texas.
9. is the #1 producer of oil in the country.
12. The state of Arizona produced about 2/3 of the ________ mined in the United States.
13. Phoenix is the capital of this state.
15. the eastern side of the region is more suitable for agriculture, however it is still prone to __________ (lack of water)
16. Oklahoma City is the capital city of this state.
18. Capital city of Texas
19. ________ is a staple food in southwestern cuisine. It can be used in tacos, quesadillas, burritos and more!
20. is the largest city in the region.

1. This body of water is heavily depended on by those living in the Southwest region.
2. Along with Spanish heritage, the southwest is also influenced Native Americans specifically this tribe.
3. Capital city of New Mexico
5. ________ are frequently used in this region due to the limited water supply. They move water from lakes and rivers to farms and cities.
7. The southwest region is heavily influenced by this European nation that colonized the area back in the 1700's.
10. Oklahoma and Northern Texas are known for what type of natural disaster?
11. term used to describe the region given its arid climate and frequent droughts
14. How many states make up the southwest region?
17. Much of the Southwest region has a ______ climate. It is hot and dry with very little precipitation.