Location
In which Canadian province is Meteghan located?
Nova Scotia
What occupation is commonly associated with fishing in Acadia/Meteghan
Fisherman
What is one form of art or music that is significant in Acadia/Meteghan?
Dancing
How would you describe the weather in summer Acadia/Meteghan, Nova Scotia?
hot, humid
Who were the first settlers in Acadia/Meteghan
The French
Name one major landform in Acadia/Meteghan, Nova Scotia.
oceans, hills
Name a type of food commonly found in Acadia/Meteghan.
lobster
crab
fish
Name a traditional Acadian instrument.
fiddle/violin
tap shoes
How would you describe the weather in winter Acadia/Meteghan, Nova Scotia?
lots of snow, cold
Why did the French people establish communities in Acadia/Meteghan?
They wanted more land
How do you get to Meteghan?
plane
What are some natural resources found in Acadia/Meteghan, Nova Scotia?
Fish
Lobster
crab
Who is a famous painter we learned about?
Maud Lewis
Name one way in which people are ready for the weather in Acadia/Meteghan.
Dress for the weather
Watch the news
How did the natural factors like the ocean lead to building the city of Meteghan?
It was near the ocean for food.
How does the landforms of Meteghan affect who the people are?
Many people fish and eat fish
Explain one way in which the availability of natural resources affects the lives of people in Acadia/Meteghan.
They have to have seafood because they are near the ocean. The do not have crops like us.
Explain the importance of art and music in saving the traditions of Acadia/Meteghan.
People still dance, play fiddle and look at Maud Lewis art today.
Explain the role of weather in the activities in Acadia/Meteghan.
Lots of snow = winter sports
Summer= sports in the water
Why did the Acadians have to leave?
The French and British had a big fight, and the British people made the Acadians leave because they won the fight.