Physical Geography of Canada

How do physical systems and human systems shape a place?

• By determining the political boundaries and economic systems of a place.
• By shaping the language, traditions, and customs of a place.
• By influencing the transportation networks and urban development of a place.
• By influencing the geography, climate, infrastructure, culture, and social interactions of a place.

How do landforms link the geography of Canada and the United States?

• Landforms shape the physical geography and can act as natural boundaries, influence climate patterns, and affect the distribution of resources.
• Landforms have the same shape and distribution of resources in both Canada and the United States.
• Landforms only affect the climate patterns in Canada and not in the United States.
• Landforms have no impact on the geography of Canada and the United States.

What is the giant core of rock anchoring North America and centered on Hudson Bay and James Bay known as?

• Canadian Shield

• Interior Lowlands

• Provinces & Territories

• Pacific Ranges & Rockies

What are the major landforms in Canada?

• Canadian Shield

• Appalachians

• Great Plains

• Pacific Ranges

How are water systems important to the Canadian economy?

• Water systems are a burden on the Canadian economy.
• Water systems only benefit the fishing industry in Canada.
• Water systems support various industries and contribute to tourism and recreational activities.
• Water systems have no impact on the Canadian economy.

What are the bodies of freshwater in Canada?

• St. Lawrence River

• Great Lakes

• Great Bear & Great Slave Lakes

What factors cause variations in climate and vegetation in Canada?

• Latitude, elevation, proximity to water bodies, and air masses.
• Vegetation types, animal migration patterns, and geological formations.
• Political boundaries, ocean currents, and precipitation levels.
• Population density, wind patterns, and soil composition.

What are the climate regions and biomes in Canada?

• Gulf Stream

• Marine West Coast

• Timberline

• Boreal Forest

What are Canada's natural resources?

• Tar Sands

• Aquaculture

What are Canada's natural energy resources?

• Wind, solar, and geothermal energy
• Natural gas, coal, and biomass energy
• Oil, natural gas, hydroelectric power, coal, uranium, and renewable energy sources
• Nuclear power, wind, and solar energy