- 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) Saskatchewan
B) Alberta
C) Manitoba
D) British Columbia
- 2. What is the capital city of Alberta?
A) Saskatoon
B) Regina
C) Calgary
D) Edmonton
- 3. Which province is known for its vast wheat fields and oil resources?
A) Ontario
B) Manitoba
C) Saskatchewan
D) Alberta
- 4. What is Saskatchewan's official flower?
A) Sunflower
B) Western Red Lily
C) Rose
D) Bluebell
- 5. Which of the Prairie Provinces is the largest in terms of land area?
A) British Columbia
B) Alberta
C) Manitoba
D) Saskatchewan
- 6. Which province has the highest population density of the Prairie Provinces?
A) Ontario
B) Manitoba
C) Saskatchewan
D) Alberta
- 7. What is the official bird of Saskatchewan?
A) Red-winged Blackbird
B) Blue Jay
C) Sharp-tailed Grouse
D) Canada Goose
- 8. How many Prairie Provinces are there?
A) 3
B) 2
C) 5
D) 4
- 9. What is the largest city in Manitoba?
A) Brandon
B) Regina
C) Saskatoon
D) Winnipeg
- 10. Which of the following is a famous national park located in Alberta?
A) Jasper National Park
B) Prince Albert National Park
C) Elk Island National Park
D) Banff National Park
- 11. What is the official bird of Alberta?
A) Great Horned Owl
B) Pileated Woodpecker
C) Prairie Falcon
D) Magpie
- 12. What river runs through Saskatchewan before joining the Red River in Manitoba?
A) Fraser River
B) Columbia River
C) Assiniboine River
D) Saskatchewan River
- 13. This popular Canadian ice cream chain originated in Saskatchewan:
A) Baskin-Robbins
B) Dairy Queen
C) Cold Stone Creamery
D) Marble Slab Creamery
- 14. What is the provincial flower of Alberta?
A) Sunflower
B) Western Red Lily
C) Wild Rose
D) Purple Violet
- 15. What is the nickname often used to refer to the three Prairie Provinces collectively?
A) The Breadbasket of Canada
B) The Rocky Mountain Provinces
C) The Maritime Provinces
D) The Pacific Coast Provinces
- 16. Which city in Alberta hosts the largest rodeo event in the world?
A) Red Deer
B) Edmonton
C) Lethbridge
D) Calgary
- 17. Who is known as the 'Father of Manitoba' for his significant role in the province's history?
A) Poundmaker
B) Big Bear
C) Gabriel Dumont
D) Louis Riel
- 18. The legislative building in which city is known for its unique 'legislative dome' in the style of a teepee?
A) Winnipeg
B) Lethbridge
C) Regina
D) Saskatoon
- 19. This city in Manitoba is known as the 'City of Sunshine' due to its high number of sunny days:
A) Flin Flon
B) Thompson
C) Brandon
D) Winnipeg
- 20. What is the largest city in Saskatchewan?
A) Medicine Hat
B) Lethbridge
C) Saskatoon
D) Regina
- 21. In which year did Alberta and Saskatchewan officially become provinces of Canada?
A) 1967
B) 1949
C) 1905
D) 1870
- 22. The town of Churchill in Manitoba is famous for its proximity to which animals during specific times of the year?
A) Polar Bears
B) Bison
C) Grizzly Bears
D) Moose
- 23. What is the official song of Saskatchewan?
A) Alberta Bound
B) Four Strong Winds
C) O Canada
D) The Saskatchewan
- 24. What is the meaning of the word 'Prairie'?
A) Meadow or Grassland
B) Mountain
C) Forest
D) River
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