14 Questions
What do western forests provide to make different products?
Lumber and paper products
What is done to keep western forests productive?
Planting new trees to replace the ones that have been cut
Which of the following is a major industry in Alaska's western coastal economy?
Harvesting and processing of fish
What type of land is used by farmers in the western states to grow vegetables, fruits, and grains?
Valleys and broad, level plateaus
What is the primary use of coal mentioned in the text?
To produce electricity and make steel
Which state is mentioned as a leading producer of copper?
Utah
What is the primary use of copper mentioned in the text?
To carry electricity and heat
Which crop does California produce almost 100 percent of for the nation?
Almonds
How are dams being changed to help the salmon population?
By giving salmon a better chance to reach their spawning grounds
Which crop is specifically mentioned as an important crop in California's Central Valley?
Almonds
Which state is mentioned as a top producer of silver?
Both Nevada and Utah
What is the primary purpose of the canal from the Colorado River mentioned in the text?
To irrigate farmland in the Imperial Valley
What was one of the main reasons for the decline in salmon population mentioned in the text?
Dams blocking their spawning routes
What is mentioned as one of the uses of gold in the text?
Computer parts
Explore the utilization of natural resources and agricultural practices in the Western states, including farming in valleys, ranching on plateaus, and the significance of animals in farming income.
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