Land and Water
Describe what most of the land in the midwest is like.
Almost all flat, gently rolling hills with few trees and lots of prairie grasses.
Describe the winters in the Midwest region.
Severe, very cold, losts of blizzards.
What did the text say was the MOST important resource in the Midwest?
soil
Chicago, Illinois
Name two foods mentioned that were created in the Midwest region.
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How many states are in the Midwest region?
12
Describe the summers in the midwest region.
Very hot, many extreme weather storms like hail and tornadoes
Name two products made from all the corn grown in the Central Plains.
glue, soap, paint, corn syrup, canned corn, corn on the cob, food for animals
Chicago is known as a ________________ HUB of the midwest due to all the railways, highways, airports, and rivers.
Transportation Hub
What special food is Chicago known for?
Deep-Dish Pizza
What major river runs through the Midwest region?
Mississippi River
What nickname is given to the Midwest region due to all its tornadoes?
Tornado Alley
Because there is so much livestock raised, what important industry is common in the Midwest region?
Meat packing plants
What famous landmark is carved into the side of the Black Hills in South Dakota?
Mount Rushmore
What specific food is Kansas City known for?
Kansas City barbecue
How did the Badlands get their name?
The soil is essentially useless for farming due to its high amount of clay and soft rocks.
Because of all the tornadoes, what do many families have to protect themselves?
Storm cellars (underground cellars)
Name the THREE BELTS in the Midwest Region.
Corn Belt, Wheat Belt, and Diary Belt
What major landmark is frequently visited in Minnesota?
The Mall of America
Name 3 outdoor sports that are popular in the midwest.
Ice fishing, ice skating, skiiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, etc.
How many of the Great Lakes touch the Midwest region?
4
What animal did most hunters kill off for their skins that have since been protected?
Bison
What is the nickname of Detroit, the automotive center of the country?
Motor City OR Motown
What memorial is a famous landmark in the Black Hills that honors the Lakota Indian Chief?
Crazy Horse Memorial
What were the TWO types of music that originated from the Midwest region?
Motown and Rock and Roll