Government & Growth
Arizona became this in 1863.
Territory
What natural landmark became a national park in 1919?
Grand Canyon National Park
Which group was denied the right to vote in Arizona before 1948?
Native Americans
What is impeachment?
Removing a leader.
What should you do during a wildfire?
Evacuate
Name Arizona’s first territorial capital.
Prescott
This structure controls the Colorado River.
Hoover Dam
What happened in Arizona in 1948 regarding voting rights?
Native Americans gained the right to vote
What year was an Arizona governor impeached?
1988
Name one item that is important to take during an emergency
Water / phone / important items
Why was the capital moved to Tucson?
To balance power between regions.
One reason the Hoover Dam was built.
Water control / Power / Growth
Give one reason voting is important
It gives people a voice / allows participation
Why was Governor Evan Mecham impeached?
Misuse of funds
Why are wildfires common in Arizona?
Dry climate / heat / drought
Why was Phoenix chosen as the capital?
Central location and growing population
What does CAP stand for?
Central Arizona Project
It gives people a voice / allows participation
It treats people unequally / not equally
What happens when a leader makes bad decisions?
Consequences / loss of trust
What is one step people should take to stay safe during an emergency?
Follow directions / leave early / stay calm
What did Arizona gain when it became a state in 1912?
Representation in government / ability to vote for leaders
What does CAP do?
Moves water across Arizona
What law or rule was used to stop Native Americans from voting?
They were considered “wards of the state”
What role does the government have in holding leaders accountable?
Investigate / remove / enforce laws
What is one long-term problem Arizona faces with water?
Shortage / drought / overuse