29 Questions
During the Industrial Revolution, why did people start moving from the countryside to cities?
To take jobs in industrial manufacturing operations
What percentage of Canadians lived in cities or towns in 1901?
37%
Which factor is NOT mentioned as contributing to the constant adaptation and change in cities, towns, and regions?
Technological advancements
What was the approximate population of Canada's urban areas in 1851?
318,000 out of 2.4 million
Which event marked a significant increase in the urban population of Canada?
The Industrial Revolution in the late 18th and early 19th centuries
What was the most notable change in the percentage of Canadians living in cities between 1851 and 2011?
Rose from 13% to 81%
Which statement best summarizes the relationship between urban and rural populations based on the text?
Urban and rural populations differ economically, demographically, and politically.
Which Canadian provinces are considered the country's manufacturing and industrial heartland?
Ontario and Quebec
Where are large urban areas in eastern Canada, like Halifax and Moncton, typically located?
Along the coast
What agricultural products does Canada export around the world?
Wheat, beef, and dairy products
Which region of Canada has the rich soil suitable for agriculture similar to the U.S. prairies?
Southern Ontario and Quebec
What type of wilderness dominates much of the uninhabited land in Canada?
Boreal Forests
Where do most of North America's bird species find their habitats in Canada?
Boreal Forests
What is one of the main threats to the untouched wilderness of the Canadian arctic?
Industrial development like oil drilling
During the Industrial Revolution, what led people to leave the countryside and move to cities in Canada?
Availability of high-paying jobs in industrial manufacturing
What was the approximate percentage of Canadians living in cities or towns in 1851?
13%
How did the urban population change between 1851 and 1901 in Canada?
Increased to 37%
What percentage of Canadians lived in urban areas by 2011?
81%
Which factor played a significant role in the urbanization of Canada during the late 18th and early 19th centuries?
Industrial Revolution and job opportunities in cities
What was one of the major impacts of the Industrial Revolution on Canada's population distribution?
Shift towards cities and urban areas
What characterized the relationship between urban and rural populations in Canada during the Industrial Revolution?
'Push and pull' dynamics
Which region in Canada tends to have urban areas concentrated on fishing and shipping?
Eastern Canada
What is the primary agricultural activity in the Canadian prairies?
Wheat farming
Which Canadian province has large urban areas that were not primarily centered around manufacturing?
Ontario
What poses a significant threat to the wildlife in the Canadian prairies due to extensive farmland conversion?
Habitat loss
Which factor contributes to the challenges faced by the untouched wilderness of the Canadian arctic?
Arctic shipping routes
Where do most fruits and vegetables in Canada get cultivated due to favorable conditions?
Southern Ontario and Quebec
Which wilderness area in Canada comprises primarily evergreen forests supporting rich biodiversity?
Boreal forests
What industry views the untouched wilderness of the Canadian arctic as a potential source for development?
Oil drilling
Reflect on how things have changed over time, from family reunions to class reunions. Explore how cities, towns, and regions have evolved in terms of economy, migration patterns, climate, and other factors.
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