Uncover the rich tapestry of Alberta's geography, history, famous landmarks, and vibrant culture. Test your knowledge and learn fascinating details along the way!
1. What is the capital city of Alberta?
Red Deer
Calgary
Lethbridge
Edmonton
2. Which Alberta landmark is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Indigenous history?
Banff National Park
Waterton Lakes National Park
Jasper National Park
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
3. How did the Drumheller Valley's Horsethief Canyon get its name?
Due to unique rock formations
By early European settlers
It was named after a local indigenious leader
From legends of outlaws stealing livestock
4. What percentage of Alberta's population can trace their lineage to early Ukrainian immigrants?
More than ten percent
About five percent
Around fifty percent
Less than two percent
5. Which river is closely associated with the historical development of Edmonton?
North Saskatchewan River
Milk River
Peace River
Bow River
6. What is unique about Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park?
It has significant Indigenous rock art
It has the highest mountain in Alberta
It is the site of a famous gold rush
It is the largest park in Alberta
7. What major event in 1947 significantly impacted Edmonton's growth?
Hosting of Winter Olympics
Construction of the first railway
End of World War II
Discovery of oil in Leduc
8. What festival is held annually in Alberta, celebrating cowboy culture and rodeo events?
Lethbridge Exhibition
Calgary Stampede
Edmonton Folk Festival
Red Deer Country Fair
9. Which Alberta site holds one of the largest concentrations of dinosaur fossils in the world?
Banff
Drumheller
Waterton
Jasper
10. Which national park in Alberta is known for its pristine lakes and mountain scenery?
Jasper National Park
Elk Island National Park
Wood Buffalo National Park
Banff National Park
11. What historical role did Fort Edmonton play in the city's development?
It was a key fur trading post
It was a gold mining camp
It was a railroad station
It was a military fort
12. Which body of water is a popular recreation area located in Alberta's Jasper National Park?