A sandstone pillar with hard rock cap. It is formed by wind and water erosion.
100
Name some common rivers found here.
Red Deer, Milk, Oldman, Bow, Elbow
100
The grassland has a _____________ and ______________ climate.
dry / arid
100
Why should fossils be protected?
They help us learn about our past. They can lead to new discoveries and knowledge.
100
Calgary formed and has grown because this resource was found near by.
What is oil.
200
What are prairies?
Flat land with tall grasses and few trees. Good soil / land for farming.
200
What are these rivers used for?
Irrigation (water crops), recreation, drinking water, to make electricity (dams)
200
What is a chinook, where is it commonly found?
It is a warm winter wind, it is common in Calgary.
200
Why are historic sites protected?
They preserve the natural history and protect it from being damaged or destroyed.
200
Early settlers moved to this region to ___________ and ___________.
What is farm and ranch.
300
Describe the landscape of the grassland region.
Flat prairies, small hills, valleys and coulees.
300
What is the land in the grassland region used for?
Farming (growing crops), Ranching (cattle), and it has been turned into cities where resources are found (Calgary).
300
What is drought? Why is it a problem and how is it solved?
A long period of no rain. Crops died, it was solved with irrigation.
300
Why are historic sites important?
They are sacred places to First Nations. They have important artifacts and historic significance. People can learn about their history.
300
Before the 1950's many people lived in (rural/urban) communities?
What is rural. They built farms and ranches.
400
What are the badlands?
Dry, desert like area where many fossils are found.
400
What effect has farming/ranching had on animals/wildlife?
Many are endangered because their habitats have been destroyed.
400
What community has many wind turbines (wind farms) to take advantage of the windy climate?
Pincher Creek
400
What are some historic sites found in the grassland region?
Writing on Stone Provincial Part, Head Smashed In Buffalo Jump, Dinosaur Provincial Park, Drumheller
400
By the year 2000, many people lived in (rural / urban) communities. Why?
People moved to urban communities (cities) for jobs. Farming was easier because of technology and big machines. Resources like oil/gas/coal created jobs.
500
What is a common plant found here? It used to cover the land but has been damaged / removed by farmers.
What is rough fescue grass.
500
What are oil, gas and wind used for?
To make electricity and heat. Oil is also turned into gasoline and used for transportation.
500
What are some examples of renewable and nonrenewable energy resources?
Renewable - wind, water, sun
Nonrenewable - oil, coal, natural gas
500
What is tourism? Why is it important?
Tourism is the business that attracts people to see and experience our natural regions and history. It creates jobs and brings money to our province.
500
This item can be seen from far away and is evidence of the early agriculture community.
What is a grain elevator. Many are preserved as historical sites / landforms.