My World S.S.- Ch.2 Lesson 2: The Great Plains Region

Which of the following is part of the Great Plains region of Texas?

• High Plains

• Edwars Plateua

• Llano Basin

Based on the region's natural resources, which of the following industries is found in the Great Plains region of Texas?

• Coal

• Timber

• Oil

Why did people move to the Great Plains region of Texas?

• It is a good place to graze cattle and grow grains.

• It is a good place to build large towns and cities.

• It is a good place to mine coal and other natural resources.

The Great Plains region of Texas is most like which of these other areas?

• Coastal areas of Central America

• Pampas region of South America

• Sahara Desert region of Africa

How did the founders of Amarillo decide on its location?

• A railroad was also going to be built in the same location.

• The location was ideal for trade with Mexico and Central America.

• The location was ideal for shipping and trade by sea.

What is mohair?

• A type of synthetic fabric made from polyester.
• Fabric or yarn made from the hair of the Angora goat
• A type of fabric made from the hair of sheep.

What is helium?

• A gas that is lighter than air with no color or smell

• A type of liquid
• A type of metal

What is tourism?

• Tourism is the industry that serves people who are visiting an area for pleasure.

• Tourism is the activity of traveling to different places for work purposes only.
• Tourism is the activity of traveling to different places for educational purposes only.

What is the second largest canyon in the United States?

• Bryce Canyon
• Palo Duro Canyon
• Canyonlands National Park