Chap 06-North America Part 1
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Which island is the largest in the Arctic Ocean?

  • Greenland (correct)
  • Victoria Island
  • Newfoundland
  • Baffin Island

    • Which of the following islands does NOT belong to Canada?

  • Victoria Island
  • Ellesmere Island
  • Baffin Island
  • Newfoundland (correct)

    • What is the geographical classification of the islands of the West Indies?

  • Chain of small islands (correct)
  • Mountainous islands
  • Large mainland islands
  • Desert islands

    • Which island is categorized as part of Canada's Arctic islands?

    <p>Ellesmere Island</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these islands is situated to the north of the continent?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary ocean that contains the largest island mentioned?

    <p>Arctic Ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following islands lies off the east coast of Canada?

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

    Which of these islands does NOT belong to the Arctic region?

    <p>West Indies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geographical area is known as the Great Plains?

    <p>The area between the Western Cordilleras and the Eastern Highlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'Mississippi' in the Native American language?

    <p>Great River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What resulted from the movement of glaciers during the last ice age?

    <p>Depressions in the land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river empties into the Arctic Ocean?

    <p>Mackenzie River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following lakes is part of the Great Lakes of North America?

    <p>Lake superior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which plains are characterized by being cut by numerous rivers?

    <p>The High Plains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the third longest river in the world?

    <p>Mississippi River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to a very long period of cold climate covering large parts of the Earth?

    <p>Ice Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which landform is known to be made up of some of the oldest rocks in the world?

    <p>The Canadian Shield</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used for the grasslands of North America?

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

    What motivated Christopher Columbus to sail across the oceans?

    <p>To find a sea route to India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Christopher Columbus refer to the people he encountered during his voyages?

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

    Which explorer's name was used to name the continent of America?

    <p>Amerigo Vespucci</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year did Christopher Columbus land in the Bahamas?

    <p>1492</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What misconception did Columbus hold until his death?

    <p>He had found the sea route to India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe the Americas due to their recent discovery in the 15th century?

    <p>New World</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was responsible for naming the continent of America in 1507?

    <p>Martin Waldseemuller</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term did the indigenous people of America prefer to be called?

    <p>Native Americans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year did the Vikings establish colonies in Greenland?

    <p>1000 A.D.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Columbus's misconception about the nature of the Earth?

    <p>He believed it was round.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum width of the Western Cordilleras?

    <p>1500 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mountain range is the highest in North America?

    <p>Alaska Range</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about the Intermontane plateaus?

    <p>They are located between the Rocky Mountains and the Pacific coast.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which volcano type is prominently found in the Western Cordilleras?

    <p>Active and extinct volcanoes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following plateaus is the largest among the Intermontane plateaus?

    <p>Columbia Plateau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What natural feature is formed by the Colorado River?

    <p>The Grand Canyon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mountain range extends from North America into South America?

    <p>Western Cordilleras</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following countries is NOT considered part of North America?

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

    What is the latitude range of North America?

    <p>7°N to 84°N</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body of water lies to the west of North America?

    <p>Pacific Ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a tropical island in the Caribbean that belongs to North America?

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

    What geographic feature separates North America from Asia?

    <p>Bering Strait</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of time zones?

    <p>To ensure uniformity in time across regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many countries make up Central America?

    <p>7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ocean borders North America to the east?

    <p>Atlantic Ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a time zone in a country like the USA?

    <p>Geographical boundaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the standard time for India?

    <p>82.5°E</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Islands

    • Greenland is the largest island in the Arctic Ocean, with others including Baffin Island, Victoria Island, and Ellesmere Island in Canada.
    • Newfoundland is located off the east coast of Canada.
    • The West Indies consists of a chain of small islands in the Caribbean.

    North America

    • North America is the third largest continent, following Asia and Africa.
    • It houses the second (Canada) and fourth (United States) largest countries globally.
    • The region was referred to as the "New World" after its 15th-century discovery.
    • Christopher Columbus landed in the Bahamas in 1492, mistakenly believing he reached India.

    Christopher Columbus's Voyage

    • Columbus sought a sea route to India, believing in a round Earth.
    • He mistakenly termed the islands "Indies" and referred to natives as "Indians."
    • Columbus undertook four more voyages, discovering parts of South America in 1498 without realizing he had found a new continent.
    • America was named after explorer Amerigo Vespucci in 1507, after Waldseemuller mistakenly honored him.
    • Vikings established settlements in Greenland around 1000 A.D. before Columbus's voyages.

    The Central Plains

    • The Central Plains are located between the Western Cordilleras and Eastern Highlands, stretching from the Arctic coast to the Gulf of Mexico.
    • Known as the Great Plains, the northern area is termed the Canadian Shield, consisting of ancient rocks shaped by ice age glaciers.
    • Glacial activity created thousands of lakes in the region, forming the Great Lakes: Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario.
    • Major rivers draining the Canadian Shield include the Mackenzie River and the Yukon River.
    • The Mississippi River, third longest at 3,778 km, forms a delta before emptying into the Gulf of Mexico.

    Ice Age and Glaciers

    • An ice age is a prolonged period of significantly colder climates with ice sheets covering substantial Earth regions.
    • Glaciers, massive moving ice masses, are sometimes referred to as "rivers of ice."

    Location and Boundaries of North America

    • North America encompasses Canada, USA, Mexico, and seven Central American countries: Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.
    • Greenland is a self-governing division of Denmark, lying north of Canada.
    • Central America links Mexico with South America.
    • Various Caribbean islands, including Cuba and Jamaica, are part of North America.

    North America Location

    • Latitude spans from 7°N to 84°N; the Tropic of Cancer crosses through Mexico.
    • Longitude extends between 53°W and 180°W, placing North America entirely in the Western Hemisphere.
    • Bordered by the Pacific, Atlantic, and Arctic Oceans; connected to South America by the Isthmus of Panama.

    Time Zones

    • A time zone standardizes legal, commercial, and social time across regions.
    • The USA experiences multiple time zones, with a three-hour difference noted across coasts.

    Physical Divisions of North America

    • North America has three physical divisions: Western Cordilleras, Central Plains, and Eastern Highlands.
    • The Canadian Shield is a significant part of the Central Plains.

    The Western Cordilleras

    • The Western Cordilleras are young fold mountains, stretching 6,500 km from Alaska to Panama.
    • The Rocky Mountains serve as the easternmost range, with Mt. McKinley being the continent's highest peak at 6,200 m.
    • Several ranges compose this region, including the Alaska Range, Cascade Range, and Sierra Nevada.

    Intermontane Plateaus

    • Intermontane plateaus such as the Columbia and Colorado plateaus are positioned between the Rocky Mountains and the Pacific coast.
    • The Colorado River carved the famous Grand Canyon.

    The Eastern Highlands or Appalachians

    • The Appalachian mountain chain stretches 2,575 km from the St. Lawrence River valley through the eastern United States.
    • Generally below 2,000 meters in height, these ancient fold mountains feature a series of streams and rivers generating hydroelectricity.

    Important Features of North America

    • Western Cordilleras: Young fold mountains with various ranges and active geology.
    • Rocky Mountains: The easternmost range of the Cordilleras.
    • Mt. McKinley: North America's highest peak.
    • Grand Canyon: Formed by the Colorado River, showcasing impressive geological features.

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