States/Capitals
What is the capital of Michigan?
Lansing
Name one type of landform you'd find in the Midwest.
Flat plains, rolling hills, or mountains
What is a natural resource?
Materials found in the environment, not made by humans.
Precipitation is good for the land in the Midwest. True or False?
True
What state is Mount Rushmore found in?
South Dakota
What is the capital of Ohio?
Columbus
Which two states have mountains?
North and South Dakota
What types of mines are found all over the midwest?
Coal Mines
WHY is precipitation good for the land?
Allows soil to stay moist & crops to grow.
What is the name of the monument in St. Louis, Missouri that is 630 feet tall?
The Gateway Arch
What is the capital of Iowa?
Des Moines
What type of farms is Wisconsin known for?
Dairy/Cheese
Which industry/natural resource is valuable for providing wood to build things & making paper?
Timber
How is wind used in the Midwest?
Wind turbines use the power from the wind to create energy.
What is the name of the cave in Wisconsin?
Cave of the Mounds
What is the capital of Nebraska?
Lincoln
What type of crop is grown in Illinois, Iowa, and Kansas?
Soybeans
The automobile industry began in which Midwest city?
Detroit!
What is the name for the area of the Midwest where many tornadoes occur?
Tornado Alley
What type of mineral is The Cave of the Mounds formed from?
Limestone
What is the capital of North Dakota?
Bismark
Where are popcorn kernels grown?
Indiana
Why is the Midwest known for being an important shipping industry?
Access to major rivers and the Great Lakes
FREEBIE!! What is your favorite season in the Midwest & why?
Summer, Spring, Fall, Winter
Which landmark in the Midwest was meant to be a memorial to President Jefferson?
The Gateway Arch