The Midwest is traditionally considered to include only five states of the Great Lakes region (Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin), but it is often defined as including the states of the Great Plains as well. The Midwest is an example of which type of region?

Question

A.
Natural resource region

B.
Perceptual region

C.
Functional region

D.
Formal region

Answer 1

The Midwest is an example of a B. Perceptual region. Perceptual regions are defined by the way people perceive, or understand, a particular area, which can vary based on cultural, historical, or social contexts. In this case, the perception of the Midwest can encompass different states depending on how individuals or groups define the region.