- 1. The Prairie Provinces, located in Canada, consist of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. These provinces are known for their vast expanses of flat, fertile land, which make them ideal for agriculture. The region is characterized by vast fields of wheat, canola, and other crops, as well as picturesque prairies dotted with farms and ranches. The Prairie Provinces also boast stunning natural landscapes, including the Rocky Mountains in Alberta and the boreal forests of Manitoba. With their friendly communities, rich cultural heritage, and abundance of outdoor activities, the Prairie Provinces offer a unique and enriching experience for residents and visitors alike.
Which of the following provinces is not part of the Prairie Provinces?
A) British Columbia
B) Saskatchewan
C) Alberta
D) Manitoba
- 2. What is the capital city of Alberta?
A) Saskatoon
B) Edmonton
C) Regina
D) Calgary
- 3. Which province is known for its vast wheat fields and oil resources?
A) Manitoba
B) Ontario
C) Alberta
D) Saskatchewan
- 4. What is Saskatchewan's official flower?
A) Sunflower
B) Western Red Lily
C) Bluebell
D) Rose
- 5. Which of the Prairie Provinces is the largest in terms of land area?
A) Manitoba
B) Saskatchewan
C) British Columbia
D) Alberta
- 6. Which province has the highest population density of the Prairie Provinces?
A) Alberta
B) Saskatchewan
C) Ontario
D) Manitoba
- 7. What is the official bird of Saskatchewan?
A) Blue Jay
B) Sharp-tailed Grouse
C) Red-winged Blackbird
D) Canada Goose
- 8. How many Prairie Provinces are there?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 5
D) 4
- 9. What is the largest city in Manitoba?
A) Saskatoon
B) Winnipeg
C) Brandon
D) Regina
- 10. What is the official song of Saskatchewan?
A) Alberta Bound
B) Four Strong Winds
C) O Canada
D) The Saskatchewan
- 11. What is the provincial flower of Alberta?
A) Purple Violet
B) Western Red Lily
C) Sunflower
D) Wild Rose
- 12. What is the official bird of Alberta?
A) Prairie Falcon
B) Pileated Woodpecker
C) Great Horned Owl
D) Magpie
- 13. What is the largest city in Saskatchewan?
A) Lethbridge
B) Medicine Hat
C) Regina
D) Saskatoon
- 14. What river runs through Saskatchewan before joining the Red River in Manitoba?
A) Fraser River
B) Columbia River
C) Assiniboine River
D) Saskatchewan River
- 15. Which city in Alberta hosts the largest rodeo event in the world?
A) Lethbridge
B) Red Deer
C) Calgary
D) Edmonton
- 16. Which of the following is a famous national park located in Alberta?
A) Elk Island National Park
B) Banff National Park
C) Prince Albert National Park
D) Jasper National Park
- 17. What is the nickname often used to refer to the three Prairie Provinces collectively?
A) The Pacific Coast Provinces
B) The Breadbasket of Canada
C) The Rocky Mountain Provinces
D) The Maritime Provinces
- 18. The legislative building in which city is known for its unique 'legislative dome' in the style of a teepee?
A) Regina
B) Lethbridge
C) Winnipeg
D) Saskatoon
- 19. In which year did Alberta and Saskatchewan officially become provinces of Canada?
A) 1870
B) 1967
C) 1905
D) 1949
- 20. This city in Manitoba is known as the 'City of Sunshine' due to its high number of sunny days:
A) Thompson
B) Brandon
C) Flin Flon
D) Winnipeg
- 21. The town of Churchill in Manitoba is famous for its proximity to which animals during specific times of the year?
A) Moose
B) Bison
C) Polar Bears
D) Grizzly Bears
- 22. This popular Canadian ice cream chain originated in Saskatchewan:
A) Dairy Queen
B) Marble Slab Creamery
C) Cold Stone Creamery
D) Baskin-Robbins
- 23. What is the meaning of the word 'Prairie'?
A) River
B) Mountain
C) Forest
D) Meadow or Grassland
- 24. Who is known as the 'Father of Manitoba' for his significant role in the province's history?
A) Poundmaker
B) Gabriel Dumont
C) Louis Riel
D) Big Bear
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