Prince Edward Island: Canada's Smallest Province

What makes Prince Edward Island geographically unique within Canada?

• It is located in the Pacific Ocean.

• It has the highest population density in Canada.

• It is the only province not connected to the mainland by land.

• It is the largest province by area.

How does the climate of Prince Edward Island compare to its provincial neighbors?

• It has the same climate as the Arctic.

• It has a more moderate and milder climate.

• It experiences a desert climate.

• It is much colder than New Brunswick.

What is a major economic activity on Prince Edward Island?

• Mining

• Oil extraction

• Technology development

• Potato cultivation

Why did Prince Edward Island initially resist joining the Canadian Confederation?

• Preference for remaining a British colony

• Lack of interest in political matters

• Fear of losing control over land and self-governance

• Desire to join the United States instead

What was a significant factor in Prince Edward Island's decision to join Canada?

• Promise of a new capital city

• Financial incentives and debt relief

• Pressure from the United States

• Discovery of gold on the island

What has historically limited Prince Edward Island's population growth?

• Abundance of natural resources

• Isolation and limited economic opportunities

• Proximity to major urban centers

• High levels of industrialization

How has Prince Edward Island's population changed in recent years?

• It has decreased significantly.

• It has fluctuated without a clear trend.

• It has remained stable.

• It has grown rapidly.

What is one reason for the recent population growth on Prince Edward Island?

• Decrease in tourism

• Closure of the Confederation Bridge

• Discovery of new natural resources

• High cost of living in major Canadian cities

Which literary series has contributed to Prince Edward Island's tourism industry?

• The Lord of the Rings

• The Chronicles of Narnia

• Anne of Green Gables

• Harry Potter

What is the population of Prince Edward Island's capital, Charlottetown?

• 15,000 people

• 39,000 people

• 100,000 people

• 500,000 people