Great Plains Region of Texas Video Quiz

What animal used to roam the Great Plains before Europeans arrived?

• Cattle

• Buffalo

• Sheep

• Goats

What is one of the main reasons farming is possible in the Great Plains despite it being a dry region?

• Frequent rainfall

• Cool climate

• Underground water

• Rich soil

Which aquifer do many farmers in the Great Plains use to irrigate their crops?

• Edwards Aquifer

• Ogallala Aquifer

• Trinity Aquifer

• Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer

What is a major crop grown in the Great Plains that is used to feed cattle?

• Corn

• Sorghum

• Barley

• Rice

What is the most famous landform in the Great Plains?

• Appalachian Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Palo Duro Canyon

• Grand Canyon