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