Arkansas: The Natural State

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Arkansas: The Natural State — page 1 — 4 ARKANSAS Lake Ouachita is the largest lake in Arkansas INTRODUCTION Arkansas is known for its Southern charm and natural wonders Officially recognized as the Natural State Arkansas has rugged mountains clear lakes and streams and an abundance of wildlife The southwest is known for its oil fields and grazing cattle and the northwest is characterized by dairy farms and orchards In the east near the Mississippi River are cotton plantations like those of other states of the Deep South Over the past 500 years Arkansas has developed from a vast unoccupied wilderness to a modern progressive state Its economy includes agriculture technology and commerce Arkansas has a wealth of natural resources but its friendly people are its greatest asset Magazine Mountain is the state’s highest point at 2,753 feet above sea level Many horseback riders are drawn to the Ouachita Mountains to explore the stunning beauty of the area The 40-carat Uncle Sam diamond is the largest diamond ever found in the United States It was unearthed in 1924 near Murfreesboro Ark With an area of 53,182 square miles Arkansas is the 27th largest state Arkansas entered the Union on June 15 1836 It was the 25th state to join

Arkansas: The Natural State

Arkansas: The Natural State

Learn about the geography, culture, and climate of Arkansas.

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By: Britannica Digital Learning

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Published by: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.

9-12Age Range

6.5AR

30Pages

Cities & CulturesSubject

1020LLexile

15-30 minsReading Time

XGuided Reading

XFountas & Pinnell

70DRA

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