Geography Final Assessment

Front

Which geographic feature forms a natural border between the eastern and western United States, determining river flow direction?

Back

Continental Divide

Front

What percentage of Canada's population lives within 100 miles of the U.S. border?

Back

90%

Front

Which region of the United States is characterized by flat landscape stretching from Texas to Canada?

Back

Great Plains

Front

What is Canada's position globally in terms of total land area?

Back

Second largest

Front

Which economic transition has the United States experienced over time?

Back

Agricultural to postindustrial

Front

What major environmental challenge affects both the United States and Canada?

Back

Acid rain

Front

Which water system is described as the largest freshwater system in the world?

Back

Great Lakes System

Front

What is a defining characteristic of Canada's healthcare system?

Back

Universal coverage

Front

Which mountain range in the United States reaches elevations over 20,000 feet?

Back

Sierra Nevada

Front

What significant historical event nearly doubled the size of the United States? Options: Mexican-American War, Louisiana Purchase, Gadsden Purchase, Alaska Purchase

Back

Louisiana Purchase