Question

which feature does the highlighted area on the map show?
chesapeake bay
the appalachian mountains
the coastal plain
the ohio valley

Explanation:

The Appalachian Mountains run along the eastern - part of the United States, parallel to the coast. Chesapeake Bay is a body of water, the coastal plain is a flatter area near the coast, and the Ohio Valley is further inland. The highlighted area on the map shows a long, mountain - like feature which corresponds to the Appalachian Mountains.

Answer:

B. the Appalachian Mountains