United States and Canada Test Review. What geographic factor influenced the settlement pattern in Canada? They needed water resources for transportation.

United States and CanadaTest Review

What geographic factor influenced the settlement pattern in Canada?

They needed water resources for transportation and survival

Make a generalization comparing the vegetation of Canada and the U.S.

The U.S. has more varied climates and vegetation

How does the distribution of languages reflect Canadian History?

Eastern Canada was settled by the French and their descendants remain there today in Quebec

What is a major characteristic of a rural community?

Cotton Belt

In most rural communities They participate in agricultural activities

What is a benefit of globalization?

It leads to a higher standard of living

What was the importance of the Beringia Land Bridge in early civilization?

It allowed for migration to the Americas from Siberia

If you took a vacation to Canada to visit the Inuit, what part of Canada would you visit?

Inuit

German

English

Scottish

Northern Frontier and you wouldEncounter American Indians

What does this political map show?

It shows the political boundaries of the countries of North America

Why have the citizens of Quebec organized efforts to gain independence from Canada?

They are different from the rest of Canada:•Speak a different language (French)•Have different beliefs/culture

What benefit have the U.S. and Canada gained from construction dams and reservoirs?

They are able to supply inexpensiveelectricity

What technological innovation allowed for the growth of urban centers in areas of extreme heat?

Las VegasAir Conditioning

Why does the West Coast of California experience earthquakes?

The San Andreas Fault

What factors contributed to the development of the megalopolis from Boston to Washington D.C.?

• Transportation Routes• Economic Development

Why did settlers move west during early exploration and settlement?

Access to Natural Resources

Name the United States regions.West Midwest Northeast

South

What type of region is depicted in the pictures?

New York

Houston

San Francisco

Functional

Canada has national health insurance. Where on an economic spectrum would you locate it?

ABCD

Which of the following is an example of cultural convergence?

The spreading of ideals and philosophies

What agreement changed trade patterns between the U.S. and Canada?

NAFTA

Which age group has the highest male population? Female population?

• Male: 35-39Female: 35-39

Which of these countries is not part of North America:Canada, Argentina, Haiti, or Mexico

Argentina, South America

Based on the photos, what has contributed to international trade in the U.S.

Access to water for transportation

How are urban and rural lifestyles similar?

Access to political power

What can you infer by comparing countries’ GDP per capita and their literacy rates?

You can make inferences on the standard of living as well as the country’s prosperity