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WorksheetsGeography United States and Canada
Total questions: 52
Worksheet time: 27mins
What causes the rivers of the United States to flow to opposite ends of North America?
the Piedmont
the Great Lakes
the Interior Plains
the Continental Divide
How are the climates of the West different from the climates of the other regions of the country?
How is about a third of the supply of electricity produced in the United States?
by burning oil
by burning corn
by burning coal
by burning timber
How did the Homestead Act help to expand the United States toward the Pacific coast?
by creating trails across unsettled territories
by giving money to newly arrived immigrants
by giving away land to people willing to farm it
by establishing colonies in newly acquired territories
The federal government handles the issue of international trade because:
it has the authority to regulate trade between nations.
states have individual trade policies.
international trade only affects local governments.
trade agreements are managed by state governments.
Why does the federal government handle issues that affect the whole country?
because only the federal government has the money needed to do the job
because it is an issue that requires a judicial branch to interpret laws
because only the federal government has clearly defined powers
because it is an issue that affects the whole country
Why does the United States have a diverse culture?
It has many different types of geographic regions.
It has a blend of many types of political beliefs.
It has many different forms of entertainment.
It has a blend of many different ways of life.
Why has the South become more urban and industrial in recent years?
It is the largest region in the nation.
Its seaports allow for travel and trade.
It has many water routes for shipping goods.
Its warm climate attracts people and businesses.
Which of the following helped the United States to recover from the recession that began in 2007?
increasing interest rates
creating new technologies
creating manufacturing jobs
increasing government spending
Which state is a major producer of gasoline?
Florida
Hawaii
Louisiana
Ohio
How are all state governments similar to the federal government?
They have elected judges.
They have three branches.
They issue birth certificates.
They issue marriage licenses.
Which area of the country has the highest percentage of Hispanic Americans?
the northeastern states
the southeastern states
the northwestern states
the southwestern states
After the 9/11 attacks, what step did the U.S. government take to prevent future terrorist attacks on American soil?
It established the Department of Homeland Security.
It ordered an attack on the communist nation of Cuba.
Which body of water forms part of the border between the United States and Canada?
Hudson Bay
Labrador Sea
St. Lawrence River
Gulf of St. Lawrence
Which climate can be found in northern Canada?
desert
subarctic
subtropical
tropical
The Grand Banks region is best known for:
its rich fishing grounds
mountainous terrain
desert climate
large urban centers
Select the correct an answer that pertains to Canada
an excellent fishing location
a petroleum-producing area
an area with large deposits of potash
a main source of the world's uranium
How did the Inuit adapt to living in the north of Canada?
They became good at farming in the Arctic.
They hunted bison on the vast interior plains.
They traded with the French and English settlers.
They hunted seals and whales to feed and clothe themselves.
Why did many American immigrants come to Canada in 1897?
to buy farms
to work in factories
to search for gold in the Yukon Territory
to work on the Canadian Pacific Railway
Which of the following is granted to Canada’s prime minister by the country’s constitution?
the power to appoint senators
the ability to administer justice in Ontario
the ability to pass legislation in Parliament
the power to choose members of the House of Commons
How do Montreal citizens deal with the extreme cold of their winters?
They rarely go outside during the winter.
They travel by dogsled between neighborhoods.
They move to other Canadian cities during the winter.
They use underground passageways to travel between buildings.
How does the Canadian Shield region benefit the country’s economy?
The region is a major tourism destination.
Most of Canada’s crops are farmed there.
Most of Canada’s timber is harvested there.
The region is a major producer of valuable minerals.
How is the climate of the central and eastern parts of southern Canada different from the climate of northern Canada?
The climate of this part of southern Canada is humid and relatively mild, while northern Canada is cold and dry.
The climate of this part of southern Canada is cold and dry, while northern Canada is humid and relatively mild.
The climate of this part of southern Canada has tundra and ice caps, while northern Canada is humid and has rainy winters.
The climate of this part of southern Canada is humid and has rainy winters, while northern Canada has tundra and ice caps.
What mixes with rain to produce acid rain?
Sulfur dioxide
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Carbon monoxide
Which of the following is a major source of air pollution?
lead
uranium
minerals in the soil
particles from burning fuels
Why are most of Canada’s French speakers located in the southeast part of the country?
This is the location of the current province of Ontario.
This is the location of the former colony of New France.
French settlers used this as a base to trade with Inuktitut speakers.
French settlers used this as a base to trade with Athapaskan speakers.
Which immigrant group built most of the Canadian Pacific Railway?
British
Chinese
French
Russians
Which part of Canada did the French settle?
Ontario
New Brunswick
Quebec
British Columbia
Which region is labeled in the photo?
West
Northwest
Southwest
Midwest
Iowa
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Illinois
Using the map of the United States,
what geographical feature is MOST
associated with the Map
Rivers
Cities
Mountains
Oceans
Which region of the United States includes the states of Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Mississippi, North Carolina, Florida?
Midwest
West
South
Mid-Atlantic
The Run for the Roses horse race also and the first leg of the Triple Crown is held in what state?
Tennessee
Kentucky
Arkansas
Mississippi
Which region of the United States is known for its large agricultural output and is often called the nation's breadbasket?
Northeast
Southwest
Midwest
Pacific
What is the main reason many people move to the Sun Belt region of the United States?
Job opportunities
Proximity to Canada
Cool climate
Mountainous terrain
Which Canadian province is most famous for its French heritage and culture?
Quebec
Alberta
Ontario
British Columbia
What is the NAFTA?
Northern Free Trade Agreement
European Union Trade Agreement
North American Free Trade Agreement
U.S Canada and Mexico
The graph shows the languages spoken in which region of Canada?
Northern
Plains
Core
Pacific
Area that shares a large number of cultural traits.
Cultural diffusion/Culture borrowing
Culture Region
Fine Arts
Economy
What Physical Feature in Canada goes through 9,1, and 8?
Hudson Bay
St. Lawrence River
Great Lakes
Rocky Mountains
In which climate zone is most of the USA located?
Polar
Sub-tropical
Temperate
Tropical
Temperature is one of the factors that scientists use to define climate. The graph below shows the average temperatures in a town. In what climate zone is this town most likely located?
A. Polar
B. Tropical
C. Temperate
D. Desert
