Southwest Animals
"This desert lizard is known for its ability to squirt blood from its eyes as a defense mechanism."
Answer: "What is a Horned Lizard (or Horned Toad)?"
"This ancient civilization's canal systems provided the inspiration for early settlers to develop irrigation in the Phoenix area."
"Who are the Hohokam?"
"These modified leaves, often sharp and pointed, help protect cacti from herbivores and reduce water loss."
Answer: "What are spines?"
"This procedure, often performed to repair torn ligaments after an ankle sprain, involves reconstructing or tightening the affected ligaments."
Answer: "What is a lateral ankle ligament reconstruction (or Broström procedure)?"
"These impressive cliff dwellings, found in places like Mesa Verde, were built by the Ancestral Puebloans."
Answer: "What are Pueblo cliff dwellings?"
"This large bird, with its impressive wingspan, has made a remarkable recovery in the Southwest after nearly going extinct."
Answer: "What is a California Condor?"
"This individual, a pioneer in the region, is credited with suggesting the name 'Phoenix', alluding to a city rising from the ruins of a past civilization."
Answer: "Who is Darrell Duppa?"
"This iconic cactus of the Sonoran Desert is known for its tall, columnar shape and distinctive arms."
Answer: "What is the Saguaro?"
"This surgical procedure corrects the alignment of the big toe joint, often used to treat bunions."
Answer: "What is a bunionectomy?"
"This staple crop, vital to many Southwestern tribes, was cultivated and developed through sophisticated farming techniques."
Answer: "What is maize (or corn)?"
"This nocturnal mammal, related to the raccoon, is known for its ringed tail and its ability to navigate rocky terrain."
Answer: "What is a Ringtail?"
"In 1912, Phoenix became the state capital when Arizona achieved this status."
Answer: "What is statehood?"
"Many cacti bloom at night to attract these pollinators, such as bats and moths."
Answer: "What are nocturnal animals?"
"This tendon, which runs along the back of the ankle, is often repaired or reconstructed due to tears or rupture."
Answer: "What is the Achilles tendon?"
"This large Native American tribe, known for their skilled weaving and intricate silverwork, resides across a vast area of the Southwest."
Answer: "Who are the Navajo (or Diné)?"
"This apex predator of the Southwest is known for its solitary nature and its ability to thrive in diverse habitats, from deserts to mountains."
Answer: "What is a Mountain Lion (or Cougar)?"
"This man is often recognized as the founder of Phoenix, having initiated the modern irrigation system."
Answer: "Who is Jack Swilling?"
"This sweet, edible fruit, often found on prickly pear cacti, is used in jams, jellies, and drinks."
Answer: "What are tunas (or prickly pears)?"
"This type of hardware, such as plates and screws, is used to stabilize fractured bones in the foot and ankle."
Answer: "What is internal fixation?"
"These underground ceremonial chambers, used by many Pueblo peoples, play a significant role in spiritual and social life."
Answer: "What are kivas?"
"These social mammals are known for their extensive underground tunnel systems and their distinctive 'barking' calls."
Answer: "What are Prairie Dogs?"
"This nickname, which became popular in the 1930's, was used to promote tourism, and plays on the abundant sunshine the city receives."
Answer: "What is the Valley of the Sun?"
"Many cacti propagate through this method, where a piece of the plant breaks off and roots to form a new plant."
Answer: "What is vegetative propagation (or cuttings)?"
"This procedure involves replacing a damaged ankle joint with an artificial joint, often used to treat severe arthritis."
Answer: "What is an ankle arthroplasty (or ankle replacement)?"
"Leaders such as Geronimo, led this tribe in resistance to the United States government, during the late 19th century."
Answer: "Who are the Apache?"