The Great Plains: Grasslands, Wildlife, and the Dust Bowl

The video tutorial explores the Great Plains, focusing on its grasslands, the short grass Prairie, and the mixed Prairie. It highlights the flora and fauna, including Prairie dogs and bison. The video also discusses the 1930s drought, known as the Dust Bowl, which led to significant migration due to agricultural challenges.

Where are the Great Plains primarily located?

• In the eastern United States

• In the southern United States

• In the central United States and Canada

• In the western United States

What type of grassland is found east of the Rocky Mountains?

• Tall grass Prairie

• Mixed Prairie

• Short grass Prairie

• Desert

What is a notable feature of the short grass Prairie?

• Large lakes

• Short grasses and prickly pear cactus

• Mountain ranges

• Tall trees

Which animal is commonly associated with the mixed Prairie?

• Prairie dog

• Coyote

• Deer

• Bison

What was the Dust Bowl?

• A severe drought that caused soil erosion

• A large animal migration

• A type of plant

• A new farming technique