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How well do you know Alberta?

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Explore the breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture of Canada's wild rose province. How well do you know Alberta?

Prairie Passerby 0–4 · Foothills Friend 5–8 · True Albertan 9–10

Which city serves as the official capital of the province of Alberta?

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Correct answer: Edmonton

Edmonton is Alberta's capital and its second-largest city. Calgary is the largest city. This division of political and economic power has existed since Alberta became a province in 1905. Interestingly, Edmonton's legislature building is built on the site of an old Hudson's Bay Company fort.

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Which Albertan town is famous as the 'Dinosaur Capital of the World' due to its rich fossil beds?

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Correct answer: Drumheller

Drumheller, located in the badlands of the Red Deer River valley, is home to the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology. This area is globally renowned for its abundance of dinosaur fossils. Visitors can even climb inside the world's largest model dinosaur, which stands at over 26 meters tall.

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Established in 1885, what is the name of Canada's oldest national park, located in the Alberta Rockies?

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Correct answer: Banff

Banff National Park is Canada's oldest national park, starting as a small hot springs reserve. It is famous for its breathtaking mountain landscapes, turquoise glacial lakes like Lake Louise, and diverse wildlife. Over four million visitors travel to this stunning alpine destination every year.

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Which iconic Canadian cocktail, made with clam-infused tomato juice, was invented at a Calgary hotel in 1969?

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Correct answer: The Caesar

The Caesar was created by bartender Walter Chell in 1969 to celebrate the opening of a new Italian restaurant in Calgary. He was inspired by the flavors of spaghetti alle vongole (spaghetti with clams). Today, it is widely considered Canada's national cocktail, with millions consumed every year.

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Which northern Alberta region contains one of the world's largest deposits of crude bitumen?

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Correct answer: Athabasca oil sands

The Athabasca oil sands are a massive deposit of heavy crude oil located in northeastern Alberta. This resource has driven much of Alberta's modern economy and made Canada one of the world's top oil producers. The extraction process is highly complex and has been a central topic in global environmental discussions.

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Which Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, known for the hit 'Constant Craving', grew up in Consort, Alberta?

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Correct answer: k.d. lang

k.d. lang, born in Edmonton and raised in the small town of Consort, rose to international fame with her unique blend of country and pop music. She has won multiple Grammy and Juno Awards throughout her illustrious career. She is also a passionate animal rights activist and was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.

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Which famous turquoise lake in Banff National Park is named after a daughter of Queen Victoria?

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Correct answer: Lake Louise

Lake Louise is world-famous for its vibrant turquoise water, which is caused by rock flour carried into the lake by meltwater from surrounding glaciers. It was named after Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll, who was the wife of the Governor General of Canada. The historic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise sits right on its shore.

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Which Alberta UNESCO World Heritage Site preserves thousands of years of Indigenous bison-hunting history?

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Correct answer: Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump

Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump is an archaeological site where Plains Indigenous peoples hunted bison by driving them off a 10-meter-high cliff. Used for over 5,000 years, the site features a deeply informative cliff-side museum. The name comes from a young Blackfoot brave who wanted to watch the bison fall from below, but was crushed.

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Which annual outdoor event in Alberta is widely promoted as 'The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth'?

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Correct answer: Calgary Stampede

The Calgary Stampede is a massive ten-day exhibition, festival, and rodeo held every July. It attracts over a million visitors annually and features one of the world's largest rodeos, stage shows, concerts, and agricultural competitions. During the event, the entire city of Calgary adopts a festive, western-themed atmosphere.

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Alberta is home to only one species of venomous snake. What is this reptile called?

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Correct answer: Prairie rattlesnake

The prairie rattlesnake is Alberta's only venomous snake, primarily found in the dry, grassy badlands of the southeastern part of the province. They are generally non-aggressive and prefer to avoid humans, using their famous rattle to warn intruders. Bullsnakes also live in Alberta and look similar, but they are completely non-venomous.

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