10. Current Events
Earthquake Hazard in the New Madrid Seismic Zone- There is a a
broad agreement in the scientific community that a continuing concern
exists for a major destructive earthquake in the New Madrid Seismic
Zone.
Midwest Climate Change- The likely increase in precipitation in
winter and spring, more heavy downpours, and greater evaporation in
summer would lead to more periods of both floods and water deficits.
Eminem- Eminem is from Kansas City, MO. He won two awards at the
2011 Grammys: best rap album and best rap solo performance.
11. Fun Facts
Hottest Recorded Temperatures: 118 degrees
fahrenheit in Clinton, MO on July 15, 1936.
Coldest Temperature Record: -40 degrees
fahrenheit in Warsaw.
12. Fun Facts
It is unlawful to throw hard objects by hand in
Missouri.
In Missouri, minors are not allowed to purchase
cap pistols, however, they may buy shotguns
freely.
13. Fun Facts
Anyone under 21 who takes out household trash
containing even a single empty alcohol beverage
can be charged with illegal possession of alcohol
in MO.
The ice cream cone was invented at the St. Louis
World’s Fair in 1904.
