Quick Summary:
- Q: What are The Finger Lakes?
- A: The Finger Lakes are eleven long, narrow north-south oriented lakes in central New York state, with several smaller lakes and Oneida Lake to the northeast, regarded as the thumb.
- Q: How were The Finger Lakes formed?
- A: The Finger Lakes were formed by glacial activity, which caused deep valleys, with north-flowing streams creating spectacular waterfalls throughout the region.
- Q: What is Oneida Lake's role in the Finger Lakes region?
- A: Oneida Lake, located to the northeast, is regarded as the thumb of the Finger Lakes.
- Q: What is notable about the waterfalls in The Finger Lakes?
- A: The Finger Lakes region is known for its spectacular waterfalls, which are one of the most beautiful features of the area in New York state.
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