Steppe Region
Mountain Region
Adapting to the Environment
100

True or False.

There are 2 bodies of water: 

The Dnipro River and the Black Sea

True.

100

True or False.

There is one body of water:

The Sea of Azov

False.

100

How do humans adapt to changing weather? If it's hot? If it's cold?

By wearing different clothes for the weather.

Hot: Wear light and breathable clothes (t-shirt and shorts).

Cold: Wear layers, jacket, toque, gloves, scarf, boots, etc.

200

What types of crops/vegetables can we grow in Ukraine?

Sunflowers, wheat, corn, potatoes, grains, etc.

200

Name one use of the land.

Raising cattle and sheep.

Logging.

Growing grapes for wine.


200

How can humans adapt to get more food?

Start a farm or raise animals.

300

Name one feature of the land.

Grassy plains.

Rich black soil.

300

Name one feature of the land.

Mountains.

Lots of trees.

300

How can humans adapt to travel to far places or places across large bodies of water?

Using transportation. We can drive cars on the roads, or we can travel by boat on the river.

400

What is the climate like?

Summers are HOT.

Winters are COLD.

400

What is the climate like?

Summers are WARM and RAINY.

Winters are COOL and SUNNY.

400

What can humans do to protect endangered animals and plant species?

By creating a nature reserve. 

500

Why do we call Ukraine the 'Bread basket of Europe'?

Due to the rich, dark soil, also known as "chernozem". The soil in Ukraine is full of nutrients, which makes it easier for crops and vegetables to grow! These goods are sold to other countries.

500

What happens if we cut too many trees in the mountains?

It might cause a landslide. The roots keep the soil packed tightly together, and will weaken the slope/dirt in the mountains.

500

How can we prevent landslides in the mountains?

By slowing down logging so that trees can grow.