Amarillo

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/amarillo

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

Council-Manager Government: A system where an elected council sets policy and a professional manager handles daily operations.
Texas Panhandle: The northernmost region of Texas, characterized by its high elevation, flat terrain, and significant agricultural and energy resources.
Continental Climate: A climate with significant temperature variations between seasons and often between day and night, typical of inland areas.
Palo Duro Canyon: The second-largest canyon in the United States, located in the Texas Panhandle, known for its striking geological formations and historical significance.