Mining: Causes, Consequences, Wildlife in the Canadian Shield

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What is one positive consequence of mining mentioned in the text?

Creates jobs

Which wildlife can be found in the Canadian Shield according to the text?

Black bears

What are two ways to protect the forest as suggested in the text?

Reduce number of trees cut down

Which animal is in danger in the Canadian Shield according to the text?

Snapping turtle

What are two main minerals found in the Canadian Shield as per the text?

Gold and Nickel

Why do people use the land for recreation based on the text?

Enjoy parks and open spaces

What will happen to the mineworkers in the Canadian Shield when there are no minerals left?

Mines will close and miners lose their jobs

What is one negative effect of forestry highlighted in the text?

Pollution is made from paper factories

Forestry involves planting, managing, and using ______

trees

Loggers are responsible for cutting down ______

trees

Sawmill Workers cut the trees into smaller ______

pieces

Furniture Makers use the wood from the tree to make things like ______

chairs

Tree planters plant young trees where trees have been cut ______

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Explore the causes and consequences of mining, as well as the wildlife found in the Canadian Shield region. Test your knowledge on how mining affects the environment and economy, and the endangered species in the Canadian Shield.

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