Texas History and Geography
Food and Water
Wildlife of the Plains
200

This river, a major water source for the Texas Great Plains, flows from north to south.

Answer: "Red River"

200

This plant, found in Texas, can be eaten by cutting off its pads and cooking them.

Answer:"prickly pear cactus"

200

This natural disaster, commonly associated with the Great Plains, is a massive dust storm that occurred in the 1930s.

Answer: Dust Bowl

300

This group of Native Americans was known for hunting buffalo and living in the Great Plains of Texas.

Answer: "Comanche"

300

These animals, which you can hunt in Texas, are known for their feathers and make a good meal.


Answer: "wild turkey"

300

This fast-moving predator, related to the wolf, is common on the Great Plains.

Answer: coyote

400

These huge herds of animals once roamed the Texas Plains and were a vital resource for Native Americans.

Answer: "buffalo"

400

This type of plant is very important in the Texas desert for survival because its fruit is a good source of water.

Answer: "cactus"

400

This small, burrowing mammal is common in the Great Plains, and its colonies can often be seen in open fields. Also it's a type of dog

Answer: prairie dog

500

This large area of land in Texas is mostly flat and has few trees, which is typical of the Great Plains.

Answer: "Panhandle"

500

You can often find this in Texas to collect rainwater for drinking or survival.

Answer:"water barrel"

500

The discovery of this mineral in the Great Plains sparked a rush to the region in the late 1800s.  It is shiny, and you can sell it for lot's of money 

Answer:gold