Some Nevada Facts

Some Nevada Facts

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Social Studies

4th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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How long have people lived in Nevada for?

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10,000 years

Answer explanation

The earliest archaeological evidence of human settlement in what later came to be known as Nevada comes from a burial site near Fallon, Nevada, and dates back to 9,400 years ago.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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In Nevada, it is illegal to...

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Ride a camel on the highway

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What state was Nevada almost merged with?

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California

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Nevada ranked in gold production world wide?

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5th largest gold producer

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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How many tons of shrimp are consumed every day in Las Vegas?

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30 tons

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Nevada takes its name from a Spanish word meaning...

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snow capped

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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In 1864, Nevada sent their constitution to Washington using...

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morse code

Answer explanation

Since it took too long to arrive by mail, Nevada resorted to sending their constitution to Washington via Morse Code (a must before they could be adopted as a state). This feat took 7 hours total for the entire 175 page document.

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