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Unit 2: United States and Canada
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Chapter 1 Key Concepts:
One major landform that is found in both the United States and Canada is ____________. (p.11)
Rocky Mountains
Why are the Great Lakes important to both the United States and Canada? (p.13)
they are major transportation routes
How do the huge plains in the United States affect the way people live there? (p.11)
the rich soil is good for farming
Because Canada is a long way from the Equator, the climate tends to be _________. (p.19)
very cold
Factors that influence the climate in both the United States and Canada include oceans,
mountains, and ___________. (p.19)
latitude (location)
Geographers identify four major kinds of plant life in the United States and Canada: tundra,
grassland, desert scrub, and __________. (p.21)
forest
The major natural resources of the United States are soil, water, timber, farmland, and
_________. (p.27)
minerals
Much of Canada’s mineral wealth is found in the ________________. (p.29)
Canadian Shield
The rivers of Quebec Province are used to make _____________. (p.29)
hydroelectricity
Chapter 2 Key Concepts:
What was the purpose of the United States Constitution that was approved in 1788? (p.41)
to make the framework of the government
Which statement best explains why the Louisiana Purchase of 1803 was important to the
development of the United States? (p.43) it doubled the size of the country
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Some scientists think that Native Americans migrated from ____________. (p.36)
Asia
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Why did some Southern states withdraw from the United States in 1860? (p.47)
they feared they would have little say in the government
What was one event that helped make the United States a world power? (p.51)
the country fought in World War I
The United States feared that the Soviets were trying to expand their power throughout the
world. This fear resulted in __________. (p.53)
the Cold War
As a result of the 1763 Treaty of Paris, Great Britain gained complete control over
____________. (p.56)
Canada
What was one important political result of the Canadian constitution of 1982? (p.60)
Canada became an independent country
The United States and Canada have worked to solve environmental problems such as water
pollution, soil erosion, and _____________. (p.66)
acid rain
Chapter 3 Key Concepts:
What is one example of cultural exchange during the settlement of North America? (p.77)
Spanish explorers introduced horses to North America
How did the contributions of Russian settlers in the Prairie Provinces change life in Canada?
(p.78)
they brought a wheat that grew well in the climate
Before the Europeans arrived, the culture of Native Americans living in North America was
influenced by _________. (p.77)
where they lived (environment)
Customs give people ________________. (p.80)
a sense of identity
Two languages spoken widely in Canada are ______________________. (p.90)
French and English
Because many French Canadians are worried about preserving their heritage, they want Quebec
to become ___________. (p.90)
an separate country
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How do Canada’s native peoples intend to preserve their cultures? (p.90)
by working with existing governments
What country, according to most Canadians, has too much influence on their culture? (p.92)
United States
Chapter 4 Key Concepts:
What is the most densely populated region of the United States? (p.111)
Northeast region
From the 1890s to 1950s, most immigrants entering the United States arrived at ___________.
(p.116)
Ellis Island
Features that make much of the South a great place for growing crops include ______________.
(p.118)
fertile soil and a mild climate
Over the past 50 years, the South has changed from an agriculture-based economy to
__________. (p.121)
an industry-based economy
Where is the District of Columbia located? (p.123)
between the states of Maryland and Virginia
What factor contributed to Chicago’s rise as a steel-making and manufacturing center in the late
1800s? (p.130)
railroads being built
The natural resources of the West include animals, plants, soil, and __________. (p.135)
minerals
How did the California Gold Rush affect the region? (p.135)
the population quickly increased
Chapter 5 Key Concepts:
Which statement best describes the government of Canada? (p.153)
it has complete control over its own government
What was the result of the 1995 referendum held in Quebec? (p.157)
Quebec’s people voted to remain part of Canada
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What happened after Canada advertised free land in European newspapers in the late 1800s and
early 1900s? (p.163)
immigration increased
Early Spanish, British, and Russian explorers of what is now British Columbia came to the
region in order to __________. (p.167)
trade
How have residents of Canada’s eastern coast dealt with changes in the fishing industry? (p.177)
they have concentrated on other economic activities
How has the geography and climate of the Northern Territories influenced the population?
(p.181)
very little of Canada’s people live there