Which of the following describes the western third of Canada's physical geography?

dominated by the Pacific Ranges

Why were Canada's mountains important to early settlers?

cradled plains where people could find farmland

Which is NOT an example of how the St. Lawrence Seaway System can benefit Canada's economy?

The Seaway harbors many minerals mined for export.

Which of the following describes Canada's climate?

It varies from bitter cold to changing seasons.

What is a timberline?

elevation above which trees cannot grow

Which of the following were formed by slabs of rock forced upward?

the Pacific Ranges and the Rocky Mountains

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Ch. 6 Canada Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Canada

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1
Which of the following natural resources are found in the Athabasca Tar Sands?
iron ore and nickel
gold, silver, and copper
coal
crude oil
2
Which of the following describes the western third of Canada's physical geography?
covered by plains and lowlands
dominated by the Appalachian Mountains
covered by the Canadian Shield
dominated by the Pacific Ranges
3
Why were Canada's mountains important to early settlers?
allowed for a vast trade network
protected settlers from invaders and provided shelter
provided a means of transportation
cradled plains where people could find farmland
4
Which is NOT an example of how the St. Lawrence Seaway System can benefit Canada's economy?
The Seaway harbors many minerals mined for export.
Its water provides hydroelectric power.
Resources are transported on its waterways.
Cities and industries have developed along its tributaries.
5
Which of the following describes Canada's climate?
Natural weather hazards occur frequently.
Most regions have dry winters and wet summers.
Canada has a humid continental climate most of the year.
It varies from bitter cold to changing seasons.
6
Glaciers have changed Canada's landscape by forming
mountain ranges and steep hills.
lakes, rivers, and streams.
a vast, uninhabitable wasteland.
vast forests with valuable timber.
7
The Canadian Shield is a giant
tectonic plate.
core of rock.
glacier.
mountain system.
8
What is a timberline?
line that separates grasslands and coniferous forests
elevation above which trees cannot grow
region where trees are harvested by lumber companies
area covered by lichens and mosses
9
How does the chinook affect Canada's climate?
Its moist air causes heavy rainfall.
Wide temperature ranges cause cold winters & short summers.
Its freezing temperatures limit vegetation growth.
Its warm, dry wind melts snow.
10
Which of the following were formed by slabs of rock forced upward?
the Great Plains and the Interior Lowlands
Great Bear Lake and Great Slave Lake
the Canadian Shield and the Great Lakes
the Pacific Ranges and the Rocky Mountains

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