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

the Pacific Ranges and the Rocky Mountains

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?

They cradled plains where people could find farmland.

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

The Seaway harbors large deposits of coal, iron ore, and other minerals

Which of the following describes Canada's climate?

It varies from bitter cold to changing seasons.

What is a timberline?

the elevation above which trees cannot grow

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World Geography Chapter 6 Lesson 1 Review

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

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