Gallery Walk Review: United States and Canada

The head of state and government in the United States is:

• The President

• The Prime Minister

• The Chief Justice

• The Speaker of the House

In Canada, who is recognized as the official head of state?

• The Prime Minister

• The Governor General

• The Monarch

• The President

The government systems of the United States and Canada differ in that the United States has a ________ system, while Canada has a ________ system.

• federal; parliamentary

• parliamentary; federal

• federal; federal

• parliamentary; parliamentary

The climate in the United States and Canada varies greatly due to their size and geography. Which of the following best describes the climate in the U.S.?

• Only tropical

• Only arctic

• Diverse, ranging from tropical to arctic

• Only mild

Canada is known for its climate, which is characterized by:

• Tropical weather

• Arid desert conditions

• Cold winters and mild summers

• Year-round monsoon rains

True or False: The southern parts of Canada have milder temperatures than the northern regions.

• True

• False

The climate in the United States and Canada varies greatly due to their size and geography. How do the snow and cold in Canada compare to many parts of the U.S.?

• Canada is generally colder and snowier than many parts of the U.S.

• Canada has a similar climate to the U.S.

• Canada is warmer than many parts of the U.S.

• Canada has less snow than many parts of the U.S.

The U.S. is divided into several regions. Which of the following is not one of them?

• Northeast

• Southeast

• Midwest

• Central

Canada is divided into how many provinces and territories?

• 10

• 12

• 13

• 15

Which Canadian province is known for its distinct culture, geography, and climate?

• Ontario

• Quebec

• British Columbia

• Alberta