Think you know all there is to know about Alberta? Prove your expertise in historical facts, geographical wonders, cultural insights, and pivotal events of this beautiful Canadian province.
1. Which event marked the official creation of the province of Alberta?
First Europeans arrive
Became province in 1905
Founding of Calgary
Hudson Bay Co. lands
2. Who was the first European to enter the Alberta area and sight the Rocky Mountains?
Anthony Henday
Peter Pond
Alexander Mackenzie
Henry Kelsey
3. Which major festival is held annually in Calgary and attracts over one million visitors each year?
Folk Fest
Edmonton Fringe
Calgary Stampede
Heritage Festival
4. Which river runs through Alberta's capital, Edmonton?
Peace River
Bow River
North Saskatchewan River
Elbow River
5. What is Alberta's climate type?
Continental climate
Tropical climate
Maritime climate
Arid climate
6. What year did the Winter Olympics take place in Calgary?
1988
1984
1992
2002
7. Which province borders Alberta to the east?
Manitoba
British Columbia
Montana
Saskatchewan
8. Which year marked Alberta becoming part of the Hudson's Bay Company’s territory?
In 1750
In 1670
In 1701
In 1803
9. Who is known as the first white man to reach the Pacific Ocean overland?
Anthony Henday
Peter Pond
Henry Kelsey
Alexander Mackenzie
10. Which of the following is NOT one of Alberta's bordering regions?
British Columbia
Montana
Ontario
Saskatchewan
11. What is the most significant economic sector in Alberta?
Oil and gas sector
Automobile sector
Fishing sector
Tech sector
12. Which historic trading post was established on Lake Athabasca in 1778?
