How Well Do You Know Alberta?

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Quiz to test travel counselor's knowledge about the wonderful tourism products available in Alberta.

Questions and Answers

1.

What is the biggest city in Alberta (population)?
- A.
  
  Edmonton
- B.
  
  Calgary
- C.
  
  Lethbridge
- D.
  
  Red Deer
- E.
  
  Fort MacMurray
Correct Answer
B. Calgary

Explanation
Calgary is the correct answer because it is the largest city in Alberta in terms of population. It has a higher population compared to Edmonton, Lethbridge, Red Deer, and Fort MacMurray.

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2.

How many Tourism Destination Regions are there in Alberta?
- A.
  
  4
- B.
  
  5
- C.
  
  6
- D.
  
  7
- E.
  
  8
Correct Answer
C. 6

Explanation
There are 6 Tourism Destination Regions in Alberta. This suggests that Alberta is divided into 6 distinct regions that are known for their tourism attractions. Each region likely offers unique experiences and attractions for visitors to explore and enjoy.

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3.

Which one of the following is NOT an Alberta zoo?
- A.
  
  Calgary Zoo
- B.
  
  Discovery Wildlife Park
- C.
  
  Guzoo Animal Farm
- D.
  
  Valley Zoo
- E.
  
  Parkland County Petting Zoo
Correct Answer
E. Parkland County Petting Zoo

Explanation
The Parkland County Petting Zoo is not an Alberta zoo because it is not officially recognized as a zoo by the Alberta government or any other governing body. It may be a petting zoo or a similar animal attraction, but it does not meet the criteria to be classified as a zoo.

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4.

Edmonton is known for its year-round festivals. Which of the following is NOT an Edmonton festival?
- A.
  
  Global Fest
- B.
  
  Labatt Blues Festival
- C.
  
  Street Performers Festival
- D.
  
  Fringe Festival
- E.
  
  Capital X
Correct Answer
A. Global Fest

Explanation
Global Fest is not an Edmonton festival because it is actually held in Calgary, Alberta. Edmonton is known for its year-round festivals, including the Labatt Blues Festival, Street Performers Festival, Fringe Festival, and Capital X. However, Global Fest is not one of the festivals that takes place in Edmonton.

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5.

Which one of these sites is NOT included in the 'buy-one-get-one-free' deal for purchasing an Alberta Road Map?
- A.
  
  Victoria Settlement
- B.
  
  Fort George
- C.
  
  Reynolds-Alberta Museum
- D.
  
  Blackfoot Crossing
- E.
  
  Father Lacombe Chapel
Correct Answer
D. Blackfoot Crossing

Explanation
Blackfoot Crossing is not included in the 'buy-one-get-one-free' deal for purchasing an Alberta Road Map. The question asks for the site that is not included in the deal, and Blackfoot Crossing is the correct answer. The other options, Victoria Settlement, Fort George, Reynolds-Alberta Museum, and Father Lacombe Chapel, are all included in the deal.

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6.

Name as many towns along the Trans Canada Highway in Alberta as you can.
7.

I'm going to Banff for the weekend. Unfortunately, it looks like it's going to be raining for the entire time, and since I'm travelling with kids, I don't want to get wet. What can I do in Banff, or the immediate area, for the weekend that won't get me soaked? Give me THREE ideas.
8.

I am a great place to learn all about mining history, and I'm located very close to a special dinosaur attraction. What attraction am I?

Correct Answer
Atlas Coal Mine

Explanation
The correct answer is Atlas Coal Mine because it is a great place to learn about mining history and it is located close to a special dinosaur attraction.

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9.

I am a train tour that takes visitors over the North Saskatchewan River in a historical streetcar. What attraction am I?

Correct Answer
Highlevel Bridge Streetcar
Edmonton Streetcar
Edmonton Highlevel Streetcar
Edmonton Highlevel Bridge Streetcar
Edmonton Train

Explanation
The correct answer is Highlevel Bridge Streetcar. This is because the question mentions a train tour that takes visitors over the North Saskatchewan River in a historical streetcar. The Highlevel Bridge Streetcar in Edmonton fits this description as it is a train tour that operates in a historical streetcar and crosses the North Saskatchewan River. The other options do not mention the specific location or the bridge, making them incorrect.

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10.

I am the only tram/gondola in Alberta that offers a guide in the cabin as you go up the mountain. Which tram/gondola am I?

Correct Answer
Jasper Tramway
Jasper
Jasper Gondola

Explanation
The correct answer is Jasper Tramway. This is because it is the only tram/gondola in Alberta that offers a guide in the cabin as you go up the mountain. Jasper and Jasper Gondola are not the correct answers as they do not provide this feature.

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11.

I am the home of a famed Icelandic poet. What provincial historic site am I?

Correct Answer
Stephansson House
Stefanson House
Stephanson House
Stephanson

Explanation
The correct answer is Stephansson House, which is a provincial historic site. It is the home of a famed Icelandic poet, Stephan G. Stephansson. The other options mentioned, Stefanson House and Stephanson, are likely typos or variations of the correct answer.

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12.

I love going to living history museums. Can you name THREE sites in Alberta that may be of interest to me, and a unique selling feature of each?

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How Well Do You Know Alberta?

What is the biggest city in Alberta (population)?

How many Tourism Destination Regions are there in Alberta?

Which one of the following is NOT an Alberta zoo?

Edmonton is known for its year-round festivals. Which of the following is NOT an Edmonton festival?

Which one of these sites is NOT included in the 'buy-one-get-one-free' deal for purchasing an Alberta Road Map?

Name as many towns along the Trans Canada Highway in Alberta as you can.

I'm going to Banff for the weekend. Unfortunately, it looks like it's going to be raining for the entire time, and since I'm travelling with kids, I don't want to get wet. What can I do in Banff, or the immediate area, for the weekend that won't get me soaked? Give me THREE ideas.

I am a great place to learn all about mining history, and I'm located very close to a special dinosaur attraction. What attraction am I?

I am a train tour that takes visitors over the North Saskatchewan River in a historical streetcar. What attraction am I?

I am the only tram/gondola in Alberta that offers a guide in the cabin as you go up the mountain. Which tram/gondola am I?

I am the home of a famed Icelandic poet. What provincial historic site am I?

I love going to living history museums. Can you name THREE sites in Alberta that may be of interest to me, and a unique selling feature of each?