The Remarkable Economy of Canada

The Remarkable Economy of Canada

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Business, Social Studies

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

The video explores Canada's unique economic position, highlighting its natural resources, skilled immigration, and international students as key contributors. It discusses the challenges of skilled migration, such as real estate inflation, and examines Canada's resource wealth and geographical impact. The video also covers Canada's geopolitical advantages and economic challenges, emphasizing its trade relations with the United States and the impact of its geography on resource extraction.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes Canada unique in the Western hemisphere?

Its large population

Its status as a Commonwealth country

Its tropical climate

Its lack of natural resources

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does skilled immigration benefit Canada's economy?

By increasing unemployment

By reducing economic growth

By contributing to economic growth

By decreasing the number of skilled workers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge faced by international students in Canada?

High cost of living

Lack of support from home countries

Inability to work while studying

Limited access to education

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major consequence of wealthy migration to cities like Vancouver?

Stability in the real estate market

Increase in property prices

Reduction in land taxes

Decrease in property prices

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do high property values affect retired residents in Vancouver?

They face higher land taxes

They receive government subsidies

They can easily sell their homes

They benefit from lower taxes

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Canada manage its natural resource wealth?

By exporting all resources without restrictions

By implementing mining taxes

By relying solely on foreign investment

By not taxing mining companies

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What geographical feature makes resource extraction in Canada more expensive?

Mountainous regions

Sparsely populated Arctic tundra

Dense forests

Desert landscapes

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advantage does Canada's geographical location provide?

Isolation from major economies

Dependence on a single trade partner

Direct trade routes with Europe and Asia

Limited access to global markets

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why hasn't shale oil production taken off in Canada?

Lack of investor interest

Environmental regulations

High costs and better investments elsewhere

Lack of shale oil reserves

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential outcome if Canada continues its current efforts?

Increased political instability

Decline in citizen prosperity

Decreased foreign investment

Continued prosperity for its citizens

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