Utah Studies Introduction

What is an example of a non-renewable resource? (You can only use it once).

• Coal

• Solar Power

• Water Power

• Wind Power

Which of these are examples of people using geography to make choices? Check all that apply.

• Pioneers settling next to rivers to be near water for irrigation.

• Towns growing near mines to provide miners with food and places to stay.

• Completing the Transcontinental Railroad in northern Utah because the land is flat.

• Begging your mom to purchase the same brand of shoes your friend has.

Which of these is an example of a renewable resource? (You can use it again and again).

• Natural Gas

• Petroleum

• Solar Power

• Gasoline

What do historians mean when they talk about primary sources?

• Something created in the past by someone who was there.

• The first source you look at when you research something.

• The easiest source to read.

• Something created after an event by someone who was not there.

If you are a diligent student, what do you do?

• Keep trying, keep working, until you get it right.

• Be in control of yourself or your feelings.

• Show love and respect for your country.

• Tell the truth.

If you are a resilient person, what do you do?

• Try again, after you fail.

• Do not let bad things stop you from achieving your goal.

• Believe you will do better next time if you work harder.

• All of these!

What are some things a responsible student does? Check all that apply.

• Charges their iPad.

• Never has a pencil or pen.

• Turns their work in on time.

• Writes their name on assignments.

• Comes to class late.

Coal is Utah's state rock. It is associated with Utah's:

• Mining industry

• Agriculture industry

• Tourism and Recreation industry

• Education industry

The cherry is Utah's state fruit. It is associated with Utah's:

• Agriculture industry

• Education industry

• Mining industry

• Tourism and Recreation industry

Skiing and snowboarding are Utah's state winter sports. They are associated with Utah's:

• Travel and Tourism industry

• Agriculture industry

• Mining industry

• Education industry