Exploring Canada's Geography Flashcard

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Which of the following is a province in Canada? Alaska, Ontario, Greenland, Hawaii

Back

Ontario

Answer explanation

Ontario is a province in Canada, while Alaska and Hawaii are U.S. states, and Greenland is an autonomous territory of Denmark. Therefore, the correct answer is Ontario.

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Identify the river that flows through the city of Montreal.

Back

St. Lawrence River

Answer explanation

The St. Lawrence River flows through Montreal, serving as a major waterway in Canada. The other options, Fraser, Mackenzie, and Yukon Rivers, are located in different regions of Canada and do not pass through Montreal.

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Which of the following lakes is the largest by surface area in Canada? Lake Ontario, Lake Superior, Lake Erie, Lake Huron

Back

Lake Superior

Answer explanation

Lake Superior is the largest lake by surface area in Canada, covering approximately 82,100 square kilometers. It surpasses Lake Huron, Lake Ontario, and Lake Erie in size.

Front

Match the following provinces with their capital cities: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba

Back

Alberta - Edmonton, British Columbia - Victoria, Manitoba - Winnipeg

Answer explanation

Alberta's capital is Edmonton, British Columbia's is Victoria, and Manitoba's is Winnipeg. Therefore, the correct match is 1. Edmonton, 2. Victoria, 3. Winnipeg.

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Explain how the climate zones in Canada affect the lifestyle of its residents.

Back

Residents in the Arctic zone experience long, harsh winters, influencing their clothing and housing. The temperate climate in the southern regions allows for year-round outdoor activities. The Pacific Maritime climate leads to a high amount of rainfall, affecting agriculture.

Answer explanation

All climate zones in Canada significantly influence residents' lifestyles. Arctic residents adapt to severe winters, southern areas enjoy outdoor activities year-round, and the Pacific Maritime climate impacts agricultural practices due to high rainfall.

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Which Canadian landform is known for its rich deposits of minerals and is located in the northern part of the country?

Back

Canadian Shield

Answer explanation

The Canadian Shield is a vast region in northern Canada known for its rich mineral deposits, including gold, nickel, and copper, making it the correct answer. The other options do not have the same mineral wealth or location.

Front

Describe the significance of the Mackenzie River in Canada's ecosystem.

Back

It is the longest river in Canada and supports diverse wildlife.

Answer explanation

The Mackenzie River is significant as it is the longest river in Canada, providing essential habitats for diverse wildlife, which contributes to the overall health of Canada's ecosystem.

Front

Analyze the impact of the Rocky Mountains on the weather patterns in Canada.

Back

They block moist air from the Pacific, creating a rain shadow effect.

Answer explanation

The Rocky Mountains block moist air from the Pacific Ocean, leading to a rain shadow effect. This results in drier conditions on the eastern side of the mountains, significantly influencing Canada's weather patterns.

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Which of the following territories is the largest by land area in Canada? Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Prince Edward Island

Back

Nunavut

Answer explanation

Nunavut is the largest territory in Canada by land area, covering over 2 million square kilometers. In comparison, Yukon and Northwest Territories are smaller, and Prince Edward Island is significantly smaller than all three.

Front

Compare the climate of the Atlantic Maritime zone with the Prairie zone in Canada.

Back

The Atlantic Maritime zone has milder winters and more precipitation.

Answer explanation

The Atlantic Maritime zone is characterized by milder winters and higher precipitation due to its coastal location, while the Prairie zone has colder winters and less precipitation, making the first choice the correct comparison.