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Name: Test Date: Unit 2: United States and Canada Study Guide 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 Parent Signature: Some scientists think that Native Americans migrated from ____________. (p.36) Asia Name: Test Date: 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 Name: Test Date: 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 Name: Test Date: 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