The Great Plains refers to a vast region of flat grassland located in North America. It stretches from the Rocky Mountains in the west to the Mississippi River in the east.
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Rocky Mountains: A mountain range that runs along the western edge of North America, separating the Great Plains from the Pacific Ocean.
Mississippi River: A major river that flows through central North America, serving as an eastern boundary for the Great Plains.
Grasslands: Broad open areas covered with grasses and few trees; they are a characteristic feature of the Great Plains ecosystem.