Natural Resources
What are natural resources?
These are things or materials people find in nature and use to meet their needs.
What is a renewable resource?
A resource that can be replaced or grown back quickly after being used
Who is the head of the town and city government?
A reeve (town) and a mayor (city)
Who is the leader of the provincial government?
The premier
What is the official provincial flower of Alberta?
The wild rose
Trees/Forests
What is a non-renewable resource?
A resource that takes millions of years to form and and cannot be replaced once used
What do we call the group of people elected to make decisions for a community?
The town/city council
In which city in Alberta does our provincial government meet? (Hint: think of where the legislature building is)
Edmonton
What are Alberta's official colours (they are also on our flag)?
Blue and gold
What is the term to describe using the land to grow crops or raise livestock?
Agriculture
Renewable:
1. Sun
2. Wind
3. Water
Non Renewable
1. Coal
2. Oil
3. Natural Gas
List two things that the local government is in charge of
1. Roads and sidewalks
2. Libraries
3. Police
4. Fire
5. Garbage and recycle
6. Street Sweeping and snowplows
7. City buses
What is the role of an MLA (Member of the Legislative Assembly)?
To represent the people of their "constituency" (area) in the provincial government.
What do the golden fields on the Alberta Coat of Arms and flag represent?
Agriculture and wheat farming
Which liquid resource is found in the oil sands and is a major part of Alberta's economy?
Oil
What are non-renewable resources made of?
Fossil fuels, ancient plants and bones
Where would you go to attend a public meeting about your neighbourhood?
City Hall (or Town Hall)
Name one major responsibility of the provincial government that is different from the local government.
1. Education
2. Healthcare
3. Provincial parks and nature
4. Justice
5. Highways
What do the mountains on our provincial symbols represent?
Alberta's natural rugged beauty
Which resource is normally extracted from from the earth and is used for heating homes and cooking?
What is one way we can conserve (save) non-renewable resources?
By recycling, using less energy, or using renewable resources instead (like wind or solar power)
How does the local government pay for things like fixing roads and new parks?
Through taxes from people who live there
Who represents the King or Queen at the provincial level?
The Lieutenant Governor
What is Alberta's official bird?
The Great Horned Owl