Question

what geographic feature limited westward expansion during the colonial period?
○ appalachian mountains
○ mississippi river
○ great plains
○ rocky mountains

Explanation:

During the colonial period in North - America, the Appalachian Mountains presented a significant natural barrier to westward expansion due to their rugged terrain and difficult crossing. The Mississippi River was actually a means of transportation and settlement later on, the Great Plains were beyond the initial barrier and the Rocky Mountains were much further west and not a factor in the early colonial westward expansion limitations.

Answer:

Appalachian Mountains