Canada Geography Quiz

Study Notes

Canada occupies the top half of the North American continent
Canada's national motto, a Mari Usque ad Mare, or "From Sea to Sea," captures the vastness of the nation
West Coast is the westernmost part of the country that borders the Pacific Ocean
Canadian portion of the Rocky Mountains forms British Columbia’s border with the province of Alberta
Central Canada is part of a massive geographic land formation known as the Canadian Shield
Ontario and Quebec are dotted with thousands of small lakes and rivers
Parts of southeastern Alberta are quite barren, however, with an arid, desert-like landscape known for its rocky soil and hoodoos -the landscape of the northern Prairies is considerably more hilly and forested than the more famous plains of the southern prairies
Canada is a large country that is divided into provinces.
The provinces have different landscapes, climates, and populations.
The Canadian north is a region of Canada that is mostly uninhabited and has harsh weather.
Canada has four seasons and a variety of climates.
Canada is one of the world's richest nations, thanks to its abundant natural resources.
Canada is divided into 13 provinces and 3 territories.
The provinces and territories vary in size and population density, but all are very large subdivisions of the country.
Most Canadians live near the U.S. border, within 160 kilometers of each other.

Description

Test your knowledge of Canada's diverse geography with this quiz. Explore the country's vast landscapes, from the rocky mountains to lush forests, and learn about the different provinces and territories.