15 Questions
What is the population of Canada approximately?
35 million
Which river played a significant role in French exploration and colonization of Canada?
St. Lawrence River
After the French and Indian War, New France was handed over to which country?
Britain
Which Canadian province was created from New France?
Quebec
What percentage of Canadians speak English as their first language?
Four-fifths
What continues to shape politics in Canada as mentioned in the text?
The friction between English and French speakers
What was a key feature of Quebec's legal system according to the text?
Functioning on French common law
Which group in Canada often considers itself disadvantaged and descends from native tribes?
First Nations people
What benefit do aboriginal communities on reservations in Canada often have compared to other Canadian communities?
Subsidized housing
Which physical characteristic of Canada is described as shaping the country the most in the text?
Oil sands deposits in Northern Alberta
What caused the Canadian dollar to decrease in value against the U.S. dollar within a year?
Global warming melting arctic ice
Why is the Arctic region highlighted as a significant physical characteristic of Canada?
As it makes up over 40% of Canada's land mass
What is a notable weather characteristic of the Arctic north of the Arctic Circle during summer?
Sun never sets for a month
Why has the Arctic region become increasingly important to the rest of Canada?
With new arctic shipping lanes becoming possible
How does global warming impact Canada's role in the Arctic region?
It affects arctic ice melting and shipping lanes, impacting Canada's control and role
Explore the diverse physical and human characteristics of Canada, the second largest country in the world with unique communities, landscapes, and geographical features. Learn about the important aspects that define Canada's geography in this lesson.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
