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Which region of North America is known for its vast mountain ranges?
Which region of North America is known for its vast mountain ranges?
- Mountainous West (correct)
- Eastern Region
- Canadian Shield
- Great Plains
Which mountain range is part of the Cordilleras in North America?
Which mountain range is part of the Cordilleras in North America?
- Himalayas
- Andes Mountains
- Appalachian Mountains
- Rocky Mountains (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a type of region in North America as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a type of region in North America as mentioned in the text?
- Great Plains
- Caribbean Region
- Mountainous West
- Tropical South (correct)
In which region of North America would you find the city dwellers of Los Angeles?
In which region of North America would you find the city dwellers of Los Angeles?
Which region of North America is characterized by its flat terrain?
Which region of North America is characterized by its flat terrain?
Which countries are part of North America's Mountainous West region?
Which countries are part of North America's Mountainous West region?
Which region of North America is home to native tribes of Central America?
Which region of North America is home to native tribes of Central America?
What is the Great Plains region often referred to as?
What is the Great Plains region often referred to as?
Which region in Canada is described as a raised plateau that is rather sparsely populated?
Which region in Canada is described as a raised plateau that is rather sparsely populated?
What type of landform is a plateau?
What type of landform is a plateau?
Which region of North America is famous for its tourism industry and stunning coral reefs?
Which region of North America is famous for its tourism industry and stunning coral reefs?
Where do most people in the Canadian Shield make their homes due to its harsh environment?
Where do most people in the Canadian Shield make their homes due to its harsh environment?
Which occupation is common among those who live in the Canadian Shield?
Which occupation is common among those who live in the Canadian Shield?
What type of climate does the Eastern Region have?
What type of climate does the Eastern Region have?
What is the geographical characteristic of the Mountainous West region in North America?
What is the geographical characteristic of the Mountainous West region in North America?
Which country is NOT part of North America's Mountainous West region?
Which country is NOT part of North America's Mountainous West region?
What is a significant physical feature of the Great Plains region in North America?
What is a significant physical feature of the Great Plains region in North America?
Which region in North America is known for its mineral-rich landscape and sparsely populated areas?
Which region in North America is known for its mineral-rich landscape and sparsely populated areas?
What distinguishes the Caribbean Region from other regions in North America?
What distinguishes the Caribbean Region from other regions in North America?
What is a common economic activity in the Mountainous West region of North America?
What is a common economic activity in the Mountainous West region of North America?
Which region in North America is associated with diverse populations including snow enthusiasts, city dwellers, farmers, and native tribes?
Which region in North America is associated with diverse populations including snow enthusiasts, city dwellers, farmers, and native tribes?
In which region of North America would you find the 'bread basket' known for its lush soil and wheat production?
In which region of North America would you find the 'bread basket' known for its lush soil and wheat production?
What type of landform is the Canadian Shield described as in the text?
What type of landform is the Canadian Shield described as in the text?
Which occupation is commonly associated with the Eastern Region?
Which occupation is commonly associated with the Eastern Region?
Where is the Caribbean Region located in relation to the Gulf of Mexico and Central America?
Where is the Caribbean Region located in relation to the Gulf of Mexico and Central America?
What defines the population distribution in the Canadian Shield according to the text?
What defines the population distribution in the Canadian Shield according to the text?
What is a common feature of the Eastern Region's landscape according to the text?
What is a common feature of the Eastern Region's landscape according to the text?
Which region of North America is famous for its tropical getaways and coral reefs?
Which region of North America is famous for its tropical getaways and coral reefs?
What occupation can be associated with living in the Canadian Shield based on the text?
What occupation can be associated with living in the Canadian Shield based on the text?
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Study Notes
North America
- North America is made up of Canada, the United States, Mexico, Greenland, the countries of Central America, the Caribbean Islands, and many bordering islands.
- It's the third largest continent in terms of land area and fourth in terms of population.
Regions of North America
- The continent is often divided into five regions: Mountainous West, Great Plains, Canadian Shield, Eastern Region, and Caribbean Region.
Mountainous West
- The region spans North America's Western coast and is characterized by mountains.
- The Cordilleras, a series of mountain ranges, cover a vast part of the region and extend from Canada to Panama.
- The Rocky Mountains of Canada and the U.S., as well as the Sierra Madres of the U.S. and Mexico, are part of the Cordilleras.
- The people of this region are varied, including snow-loving skiers, city dwellers, farmers, fishermen, and native tribes.
Great Plains
- The region is located in the U.S. and Canada and is home to many of the continent's farmers.
- It's often called the 'bread basket' of North America due to its lush soil that supplies wheat and agricultural products.
- The region is also home to the Corn Belt, a booming agricultural region in the Midwestern U.S.
Canadian Shield
- The Canadian Shield is a raised plateau that covers much of Eastern, Central, and Northwestern Canada.
- It's a flat, elevated landform that rises above the surrounding area.
- The region is sparsely populated due to its harsh environment, with many inhabitants living closer to cities like Toronto.
- Forestry is a common occupation in the region.
Eastern Region
- The region spans the Northeastern coast of the continent and is characterized by a varied landscape.
- It includes the Appalachian Mountains, Eastern coastal plains, and wetlands, with areas like the swamps of Florida.
- The people of this region are also varied, including city dwellers, farmers, lumberjacks, and beach lovers.
Caribbean Region
- The region is made up of the islands of the Caribbean Sea, located southeast of the Gulf of Mexico and east of Central America.
- It's famous for its amazing vacation spots, with tropical getaways, stunning coral reefs, and a tourism industry that utilizes natural resources like beaches, vegetation, and sunshine.
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