Geography
What is the largest geographical region in Canada that covers about half of its total land area?
Canadian Shield
Who was the first European to establish a settlement in Canada around 1000 CE?
Leif Erikson?
Which climate region is characterized by long, very cold winters and short, mild summers, and is found in most of northern Canada?
Subarctic Climate
What is the type of government system in Canada that combines elements of British and American systems?
constitutional monarchy
What is the official language of Quebec, making it unique among Canadian provinces?
French
Which two oceans border Canada to the east and west?
Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
What act in 1867 created the Dominion of Canada and united four provinces?
British North America Act?
What phenomenon causes rapid temperature increases in winter in Alberta and parts of Saskatchewan?
Chinook
Who is the current head of state of Canada
King Charles III?
What symbol was adopted in 1965 that represents Canadian identity?
maple leaf flag
Name the major river system that flows into the Atlantic Ocean and is significant for trade in Canada.
St. Lawrence River
What conflict strengthened Canadian identity and loyalty to Britain in the early 19th century?
War of 1812?
Name one of the four main climate regions of Canada.
Temperate Climate?
What is required for a bill to become law in Canada?
it must pass both the House of Commons and the Senate and receive royal assent
What act recognized both English and French as Canada’s official languages in 1969
Official Languages Act
What type of climate is characterized by extremely cold winters and short, cool summers, typically found in northern Canada
Arctic Climate
Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada?
Sir John A. Macdonald?
What is the average winter temperature in Iqaluit, Nunavut?
-30°C (-22°F)
What is the primary role of the Governor General in Canada?
to represent the monarch in Canada
What important document was patriated in 1982, ending the need for British approval of constitutional amendments
Constitution Act
Identify the major biome in Canada that is dominated by coniferous trees and is crucial for the forestry industry
Boreal Forest
What significant event led to the establishment of Manitoba as Canada’s fifth province?
Red River Rebellion
Describe the characteristics of the Tundra biome found in northern Canada.
permafrost, treeless landscapes, and vegetation like mosses and lichens
How many provinces and territories are there in Canada?
10 provinces and 3 territories
What are the two referendums held in Quebec regarding its sovereignty
referendums of 1980 and 1995