Exploring U.S. and Canada

Which country has a Prime Minister as its head of government?

• United States

• Canada

• Both United States and Canada

• Neither

What is the official language of Canada?

• English

• French

• English and French

• Spanish

Which mountain range runs along the western part of both the U.S. and Canada?

• Appalachian Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Andes Mountains

• Alps

Which of the following is a major river in the United States?

• Amazon River

• Mississippi River

• Nile River

• Danube River

Which U.S. document outlines the structure of the government?

• Declaration of Independence

• Constitution

• Bill of Rights

• Emancipation Proclamation

Which of the following best describes the government structure of the United States?

• Constitutional monarchy

• Federal republic

• Dictatorship

• Theocracy

How does the Canadian Parliament differ from the U.S. Congress?

• The Canadian Parliament has only one house

• The U.S. Congress is led by a Prime Minister

• The Canadian Parliament includes the monarch as a formal part

• The U.S. Congress is appointed, not elected

Which of the following is an example of cultural diversity in Canada?

• Only English is spoken

• French and English are both official languages

• All citizens are required to be of British descent

• Only one religion is practiced

Why is the Great Lakes region important to the U.S. and Canadian economies?

• It is a major desert area

• It is a center for fishing only

• It supports manufacturing and transportation

• It is uninhabited

Which of the following best explains why the Prairie Provinces are important to Canada’s economy?

• They are major mining centers

• They are known for oil and agriculture

• They are the most populated provinces

• They are coastal provinces