States
The Midwest produces more of what product, than any other region?
corn
These four main countries are a big influence in the Midwest
Sweden, Germany, Poland, and Italy
Where does the Midwest draw its culinary cuisine from?
Central, Northern, and Eastern Europe and Native North America
What four types of meat are produced in large quantities in the Midwest?
beef, pork, lamb, and poultry
What is the Midwest often referred to?
the "bread basket" of the nation
What Midwestern state is known for its corn production?
Iowa
Who first settled in the Midwest?
France
What city is famous for deep-dish pizza?
Chicago
What type of meat is popular in this region due to the many lakes and streams?
fish
What is a popular social gathering with religious organizations, clubs, and family groups?
potluck
What two Midwestern States are known for their dairy products?
Wisconsin and Minnesota
Why did immigrants settle in the Midwest?
Germans left Europe because of crop failures and war.
What candy is shaped like a famous vegetable in the midwest?
Candy corn
What vegetable is common in the midwest?
Corn
What three crops are mainly exported to parts of the world from the Midwest?
corn, soybeans, and wheat
What are the Midwestern States known for producing?
Agriculture: corn, soybeans, and wheat
Settlers who first came to the midwest were called what?
Yankees
Chicago is famous for what other food?
Hotdogs
A play on words, referring to the food of a canine, popular in this region.
Puppy Chow
What type of gathering is popular where foods and animals are judged?
Fairs
What are the Midwestern States known as?
America's Heartland
After they were settled, how many states are considered the "Midwest"?
12
Cincinnati is famous for what food?
Chili
Form of meat used in a lot of dishes in this area such as pizza, hotdogs, and chili.
Sausage
Twinkies were invented in what states?
Illinois