SS G4 U4 L5: Bountiful Midwestern Farms

What is the main reason for using irrigation in the Great Plains?

• To wash away pests

• To provide water for crops that require more moisture

• To make farming easier

• To prevent flooding

What is the Corn Belt famous for?

• Producing dairy products

• Growing large amounts of corn and soybeans

• Raising livestock for meat

• Having the driest farmland in the U.S.

What is the significance of the Corn Palace in Mitchell, South Dakota?

• The history of the area

• The importance of agriculture in the West

• The climate of the Great Plains

• Different types of livestock

What factors affect the type of crops grown in the Mekong Delta?

• Temperature and altitude

• Soil type and population

• Water availability and rainfall

• Wind speed and humidity

Which types of fruits are grown in Michigan?

• Orange and banana

• Apple, cherry, and berries

• Peach and pineapple

• Grapes and mango

Why does the Great Plains receive less rainfall than the Central Plains?

• They are at a lower elevation

• They are closer to the ocean

• They are farther from large bodies of water

• They have more rivers and lakes

How do farmers in the Great Plains grow crops that need more water?

• By planting crops closer together

• By using irrigation from rivers or underground water

• By switching to livestock farming

• By waiting for more rain

What are some products the Midwest is known for besides crops?

• Seafood and cotton

• Coffee and spices

• Pork, dairy, and beef

• Rice and tropical fruits

How does crop rotation help farmers?

• It allows them to grow more crops each year

• It keeps the soil healthy by replacing nutrients

• It helps plants grow faster

• It increases rainfall

What are the two main types of crops that farmers in the Corn Belt rotate?

• Wheat and sunflower

• Corn and soybeans

• Oats and barley

• Grapes and cherries