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How many provinces and territories does Canada have?

  • 12 provinces and 2 territories
  • 15 provinces and 2 territories
  • 10 provinces and 3 territories (correct)
  • 7 provinces and 5 territories

An expansive population pyramid indicates low population growth.

False (B)

What is the season of highest precipitation in maritime climates?

winter

The maximum temperature minus the minimum temperature gives the temperature ______.

<p>range</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of population pyramid with its characteristics:

<p>Expansive pyramid = Lots of young people, high population growth Constrictive pyramid = Fewer young people, negative population growth Stationary pyramid = Equal among all age groups, stable population growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which climate type experiences less precipitation?

<p>Continental Climate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a population pyramid, symmetry indicates no difference in the male/female population.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of the pyramid can indicate a high birth rate?

<p>Wide base</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of quinary industries?

<p>Mass production of goods (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All renewable resources can be used indefinitely without concern for depletion.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern associated with fracking?

<p>Groundwater contamination and earthquakes</p> Signup and view all the answers

_______ energy is generated from the remains of ancient plants and animals.

<p>Fossil fuel</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following energy sources with their descriptions:

<p>Hydroelectric Energy = Power generated by the movement of water Geothermal Energy = Heat from the Earth's interior Nuclear Energy = Energy produced through nuclear fission Oil Sands = Deposits containing bitumen</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which energy source is considered renewable?

<p>Hydroelectric Energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nuclear energy produces high amounts of carbon emissions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of injecting water, sand, and chemicals underground to extract fossil fuels is known as _______

<p>fracking</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which generation is characterized by being hardworking, sociable, and competitive?

<p>Baby Boomers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Generation Y, also known as millennials, is the smallest generation.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fertility rate in Canada as recorded in 2023?

<p>1.26 children per woman</p> Signup and view all the answers

The average number of live births per thousand people per year is called the ______.

<p>Crude Birth Rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following generations with their characteristics:

<p>Baby Boomers = Hardworking, not adaptable Generation X = Highly educated, street smarts Generation Y = Risk-taking, ambitious Gen Z = Creative, low attention span</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which generation is often referred to as 'Latchkey kids'?

<p>Generation X (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Crude Death Rate (CDR) measures the number of deaths per thousand people per year.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe how much a population is changing due to migration only?

<p>Rate of Migratory Increase (RMI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A ratio of the working population to the non-working population is known as the ______.

<p>Dependency Load</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which stage of the population demographic transition model does the population typically experience rapid growth?

<p>Stage Two (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of immigrant makes up the largest proportion of new arrivals in Canada?

<p>Skilled workers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Temporary workers are granted permanent residency in Canada after a certain period of employment.

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What is the term for an area where residents primarily share a specific cultural background?

<p>Ethnic enclave</p> Signup and view all the answers

Immigrants who sponsor family members to join them in their new country contribute to a process known as ______.

<p>chain migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to languages and cultures with their definitions:

<p>Mother tongue = The language spoken in a person's home. Home language = A person's first language, typically learned from family. Multiculturalism = The presence of diverse cultures and ethnic groups in a society where diversity is encouraged and different cultures are respected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following concepts emphasizes the blending of cultures into a single, unified whole?

<p>Melting pot (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Métis are an Indigenous group primarily inhabiting the Arctic regions of Canada.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main groups of Indigenous peoples in Canada?

<p>First Nations, Métis, and Inuit</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT a type of rock?

<p>Magma (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Chemical weathering breaks down rocks through physical processes such as freezing and thawing.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process called when a city spreads out and takes over open land?

<p>Urban sprawl</p> Signup and view all the answers

A ______ is a huge area where a bunch of cities are all put together.

<p>megalopolis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>City = A big place with lots of people Town = Smaller than a city, but still has a decent amount of people Village = Similar to a Town, but more limited in size and services Hamlet = A tiny place with just a couple of houses</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which landform region is characterized by flat, expansive areas with relatively little elevation change?

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NIMBYism refers to people who support the construction of large development projects in their neighborhoods.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a neighborhood outside of big cities that has a lower population density than the city center?

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Which of the following best defines Status Indians?

<p>Indigenous peoples registered under the Indian Act (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Non-Status Indians have the same legal rights as Status Indians.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were Residential Schools established for?

<p>To assimilate Indigenous children into European-Canadian culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ is land set aside for the use of Indigenous peoples in Canada.

<p>reserve</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of tertiary industries?

<p>Providing services (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following industries with their categories:

<p>Fishing = Primary Industries Manufacturing = Secondary Industries Healthcare = Tertiary Industries Consulting = Quaternary Industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

The standard of living in Nunavut is higher than in other regions of Canada.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What economic decisions led to the 1992 Cod Moratorium?

<p>To stop all cod fishing due to overfishing and ecological danger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Maritime Climate

A type of climate with a smaller temperature difference between seasons, influenced by the nearby ocean.

Continental Climate

A type of climate with a larger temperature difference between seasons, characterized by cold winters and warm summers.

Temperature Range

The difference between the highest and lowest temperatures recorded in a specific location.

Climate Graph

A type of climate graph that displays average monthly temperature and total precipitation in a specific location.

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Population Pyramid

A diagram that depicts the age and gender distribution of a population, revealing insights into population growth, demographics, and social trends.

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Expansive Pyramid

A population pyramid with a wide base, indicating a high birth rate and rapid population growth.

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Constrictive Pyramid

A population pyramid with a narrow base, indicating a low birth rate and negative population growth.

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Stationary Pyramid

A population pyramid with a relatively even distribution across age groups, indicating a stable or slow-growing population.

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Megalopoli

A huge area where a bunch of cities are all put together.

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Urban

Areas that are part of cities or towns where there are lots of people and buildings.

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Rural

Areas outside of cities and towns, typically with fewer people and more open space.

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Suburb

A neighborhood outside of big cities. Lots of people live here but it is not as crowded as a city.

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Urban sprawl

A city spreads out too much and takes over open land. It usually means there are new houses and stores in places that used to be fields or forests.

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NIMBYism (Not In My Backyard)

When people don't want things such as factories, power plants, or big buildings built near them, even though they might be good for the city.

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CMA (Census Metropolitan Area)

A CMA is a big city and all the smaller areas around it are connected.

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Chemical Weathering

The breakdown of rock by chemical processes.

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Crude Birth Rate (CBR)

The number of live births per thousand people per year.

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Fertility Rate

The average number of children a woman is expected to have in her lifetime.

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Crude Death Rate (CDR)

The number of deaths per thousand people per year.

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Infant Mortality Rate

The number of deaths of children under one year old per 1,000 live births.

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Child Mortality Rate

The number of deaths of children under five years old per 1,000 live births.

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Maternal Mortality Rate

The number of maternal deaths per 100,000 live births.

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Rate of Natural Increase (RNI)

The difference between the birth rate and the death rate, showing the natural population change.

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Immigration Rate

The number of immigrants per 1,000 people per year.

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Emigration Rate

The number of emigrants leaving a country per 1,000 people per year.

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Rate of Migratory Increase (RMI)

The change in population due to migration only, considering both immigration and emigration.

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Temporary Workers

People who are allowed to work in a country for a limited period, often on temporary work visas, and typically employed in specific sectors like agriculture or hospitality.

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First Nations

The largest group of Indigenous peoples in Canada, with diverse cultures, languages, and traditions.

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Melting Pot

A system where people are encouraged to blend into the culture of a place, losing their original cultures.

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Permanent Residents

People who have been granted the right to live and work in a country permanently but are not citizens. They usually enjoy most of the same rights as citizens, except for voting in elections.

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Family Class Immigrants

People who immigrate to a country to be with their families.

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Refugees

People who cannot return to their homeland due to war, persecution, or harm, seeking refuge in a new country.

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Chain Migration

The process where immigrants sponsor and bring family members or people from their home country to join them in their new country.

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Skilled Workers

People who have specialized knowledge, training, or education and are qualified to fill specific job positions in the new country.

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Status Indians

Indigenous individuals in Canada who are registered under the Indian Act and have certain legal rights.

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Non-Status Indians

Indigenous individuals in Canada who are not registered under the Indian Act, and therefore lack some of the rights afforded to Status Indians.

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Nunavut

A Canadian territory with a lower standard of living due to factors such as high living costs, limited access to resources, and a harsh climate.

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Reserve

Land in Canada set aside for the use of Indigenous peoples, often governed by specific laws and policies.

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Residential Schools

Residential schools were government-funded, church-run institutions in Canada designed to assimilate Indigenous children into European-Canadian culture. They often subjected children to abuse, neglect, and forced separation from their families.

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Primary Industries

Industries that involve extracting or harvesting natural resources directly from the Earth, such as fishing, mining, and forestry.

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Secondary Industries

Industries that take raw materials from primary industries and turn them into finished goods, like manufacturing, construction, and production.

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Tertiary Industries

Industries that provide services rather than goods, such as healthcare, education, retail, transportation, and entertainment.

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Renewable Resources

Natural resources that can be replenished or regenerated over time, like solar energy or wind.

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Non-renewable Resources

Natural resources that cannot be replaced once used up, like oil or coal.

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Fossil Fuels

Non-renewable energy sources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, like coal and oil.

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Fracking

A method of extracting oil and natural gas from underground rock formations by injecting water, sand, and chemicals at high pressure.

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Nuclear Energy

Energy produced through nuclear fission, where the nucleus of an atom is split, releasing energy.

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Hydroelectric Energy

Power generated by using the movement of water, usually through dams on rivers, to spin turbines and generate electricity.

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Geothermal Energy

Heat from the Earth's interior, utilized for heating and electricity generation.

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Oil Sands

Deposits of sand and clay containing bitumen, a thick form of petroleum that can be extracted and refined into oil.

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