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23-24 History Wks1&2
History Weeks 1 and 2 (location/regions)
| What did John Lawson do for NC? | He wrote a very important book about his discoveries with plants, animals and the Native Americans in NC. |
| Lots of people settled in the ____________region because of the rich soil that is good for farming. | Piedmont Region |
| Tourism and fishing are big businesses in what region of NC? | Coastal Region |
| How have the Appalachian Mountains changed over time? | They have been worn down by wind and water. |
| Why do so many people settle in the Piedmont Region? | It has good, rich soil for farming. |
| What have people built to enjoy the beautiful views of the mountain? | Blue Ridge Parkway |
| Why are alligators protected in NC? | Humans over hunted and used the alligators for food and killing them for their hide or skin. |
| How did the Wright Brothers change the world? | They invented the first flying airplane. |
| What did John Lawson do for NC? | wrote a very important book about his discoveries with plants, animals and the Native Americans in NC. |
| What are the imaginary lines that run North to South? | lines of longitude |
| What is the imaginary line that circles the Earth going East to West? | Equator |
| What is the primary job of a surveyor? | Make maps |
| What are the names of the two Wright Brothers? | Orville and Wilbur |
| What tool is used to most accurately locate places on Earth, especially for travel on the sea? | compass |
| What are the 3 regions of NC? | Coastal, Piedmont, and Mountain Regions |