Railroads Connect WA
Identify two industries that benefited from the growth of the railroads.
Steel, coal, mining, limestone, lumber
How many land regions does Washington have? Which one do we live in?
5, Puget Sound Lowlands
A student sits behind Mr. Bie's desk and takes a pencil without asking. You would most likely talk to this student about what classroom expectation?
Honoring Boundaries
The _________ was investigated for __________ after several executives were arrested.
corporation, corruption
What two railroads eventually connected to WA?
Northern Pacific Railroad and Great Northern Railroad
Name three economic features of Washington?
Shipping, Lumber, Technology, Farming, Tourism, Mining, Fishing, Railroads, Hydroelectric Power
A student shouts across the room to ask Mr. Bie to approve his or her pass. He is helping a student at the moment and finds it disruptive. You should talk to this student about what two classroom expectations?
Be Respectful and Use Your Break Wisely
The _____________ center decided to ____________ in new technology to improve efficiency.
___________ Railroad ended up putting ___________ Railroad out of business.
The Great Northern, Northern Pacific
Name 3 of the 5 active volcanoes in Washington
Glacier Peak, Mt. Baker, Mt. Rainier, Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Adams
Mr. Bie has given an assignment to be done in class and you notice a student is playing on his or her phone. You should talk to this student about what classroom expectation?
No Phones
The company's __________ rose after it received a government subsidy.
How did railroad companies get land and money to build railroads?
Through laws such as the Homestead Act, the Timber Culture Act, and Pacific Railroad Act of 1862
Name 2 major rivers.
Columbia R., Yakima R., Snake R., Skagit R., Cowlitz R., or any other combination of rivers you know...
A student is constantly asking to go to the resource room during class to get scissors or glue. You would most like talk to this student about what two classroom expectations?
Be Prepared and Use Your Break Wisely
The railroad __________ marked the end of the historic ______________ route.
terminus, transcontinental
Explain how the railroad's impact on economic growth is similar to the internet.
Shipping materials to other markets
Access to goods/services
Connecting with more people and parts of the world
Access
What geographical region is located in the southeastern part of our state and is known for its rich agricultural industry?
Columbia Plateau
A student has snuck in a bag of chips to share with his or her friends during class. The student is doing his or her best to hide the food but crumbs are being spilled onto the carpet. You should talk to this student about what classroom expectation?
No Food
Careful financial planning helped the corporation remain _________ despite market losses.
solvent