Research Questions

Answer the following questions on a piece of notebook paper.  They will be collected later!  You can find the answers from the links on the previous page!  After you have answered the questions, choose whether you want to go to the Rocky Mountains or to the Appalachian Mountains!
HAVE FUN!

1. When was Rocky Mountain National Park established?

2. Most of the peaks in the Rocky Mountains are at least how many feet tall?

3. Are there still glaciers in the Rocky Mountains?  If yes, where did they come from and where are they found?

4. Summarize the weather conditions in Rocky Mountain National Park during Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.

5. Choose 2 animals that are found in the Rocky Mountains, and give 3 interesting facts about each.

6. Where are the Appalachian Mountains located?  Where do they span from?

7. Name the 2 National Parks that can be found in the Appalachian Mountains.

8. Are the Appalachian Mountains very steep?

9. What makes the Appalachian Mountains so unique?

10. Choose your favorite picture of the Appalachian Mountains (preferably from the third link) and tell where the picture was taken and why you like it.

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