WG Unit 6 - US and Canada Flashcards

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Continental Divide

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The crest of the Rocky Mountains, which directs water drainage to the Pacific Ocean on the western side and to the Atlantic Ocean on the eastern side.

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USMCA (United States Mexico Canada Agreement)

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Reduces trade barriers between Canada, the United States, and Mexico.

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Literacy Rate

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The percentage of the population of a given age group that can read and write.

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North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

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A military alliance between the U.S., Canada, and 27 other independent nations.

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Physical features

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Natural characteristics of Earth's surface in the region, such as landforms, bodies of water, climate etc.

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Economic Characteristics

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Levels of poverty/abundance, wide range of industries, imports and exports, trade unions, etc.

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Cultural Features

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Historical significance of inhabitants, food, language, music, art, etc.

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Cultural Landscape

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Buildings, monuments and landmarks that are historically and culturally important within the region.

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Centers of Culture and Trade

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Major cities in the region.

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Corporation

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A large business that is owned by many investors.