Canadian History and Geography Assessment

Canada is a vast country with diverse geography, including mountains, lakes, and tundra. It shares the longest land border with the USA and has maritime borders with Greenland and others. Major cities include Vancouver, Toronto, and Ottawa. The population is a mix of British, French, and other immigrants, with Inuit in the north. Canada is rich in wildlife and has numerous national parks. Historically, it was influenced by Vikings, French, and British settlers, gaining independence in 1931. The government is a constitutional monarchy with a federal structure. Economically, Canada is strong in agriculture, telecommunications, and energy, with the USA as its main export partner.

Which city is known as the capital of Canada?

• Vancouver

• Toronto

• Ottawa

• Montreal

What percentage of the world's population lives in Canada?

• 1%

• 0.5%

• 2%

• 5%

Which group of people primarily resides in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut?

• Asian

• French

• British

• Inuit

What is a significant threat to wildlife in Canada?

• Pollution

• Urbanization

• Overhunting

• Deforestation

Who was the Viking explorer that attempted to settle in Newfoundland?

• Harald Hardrada

• Erik the Red

• Ragnar Lothbrok

• Leif Erikson

Which war allowed Britain to gain control over Canada?

• The American Revolutionary War

• The War of 1812

• The French-Indian War

• The Seven Years' War

In what year did Canada become an independent country?

• 1931

• 1867

• 1945

• 1901

What is the role of the British monarch in Canada?

• Head of state

• Head of government

• Prime minister

• Governor

Which act granted Quebec its own legal and religious rights?

• The Quebec Act

• The Canada Act

• The Constitution Act

• The Independence Act

What is Canada a global leader in?

• Pharmaceuticals

• Automobile manufacturing

• Telecommunications

• Fashion