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Name one of the rivers that form the backbone of Canada.
Mackenzie River
What are some examples of important lakes in Canada?
Lake Winnipeg, Great Slave Lake, Great Bear Lake
What is unique about the Great Lakes in terms of their area?
The Great Lakes represent a complex 250,000sq.km in area.
Name one of the mountain ranges on the west side of Canada.
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What is the highest peak in Canada?
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What major European powers were involved in fighting for control of overseas possessions during the 17th and 18th centuries?
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Which country's empire was so vast that it was said 'the sun never set' on it by the middle of the 19th century?
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What event in 1867 marked the beginning of the Commonwealth?
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Which countries gained independence after the Commonwealth started, including Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and India?
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What common factor brings the Commonwealth countries closer together besides their history as part of the British Empire?
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What is the name of the only large river in Australia?
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Which mountain range on the eastern shore of Australia is covered with snow for almost half the year?
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Who were the native inhabitants of Australia before the first Europeans arrived?
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In which zone of Australia does the southernmost part of the land lie?
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What is the largest desert in Australia located in the central part of the country?
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