Understanding America's Empty North

What percentage of the contiguous United States does the Empty North cover?

• 10%

• 20%

• 40%

• 30%

Which two major geographical features define the Empty North?

• Great Lakes and Hudson River

• Appalachian Mountains and Mississippi River

• Great Plains and Rocky Mountains

• Sierra Nevada and Mojave Desert

What was the primary reason for the slow population growth in the Empty North during early American expansion?

• Proximity to hostile territories

• Frequent natural disasters

• Absence of early boosters

• Lack of natural resources

Which state is mentioned as having a larger population than the entire Empty North despite its smaller size?

• Arizona

• Massachusetts

• Florida

• Texas

What are the two main reasons for the limited population in the Empty North today?

• Lack of education and healthcare

• Topography and climate

• Political instability and crime

• Poor infrastructure and economy

Which city is the largest within the Rocky Mountain range in the Empty North?

• Billings

• Denver

• Missoula

• Spokane

Why have states like California and Florida seen significant population growth compared to the Empty North?

• Better job opportunities

• Warmer and sunnier climate

• Higher education standards

• More cultural diversity

Which Canadian cities are mentioned as major metro regions near the Empty North?

• Winnipeg and Quebec City

• Calgary and Edmonton

• Montreal and Ottawa

• Toronto and Vancouver

What industry significantly contributed to the growth of Calgary and Edmonton?

• Agriculture

• Tourism

• Oil

• Technology

What is a major reason the Empty North has not developed large population centers like Calgary and Edmonton?

• Smaller and less accessible oil fields

• Stricter immigration policies

• Lack of transportation infrastructure

• Higher taxes