Geography & Regions
two countries that we have studied in Unit 2.
What is The United States & Canada?
What type of government does the U.S. have?
Constitutional Republic
What is the U.S. economy system called?
Free Enterprise or Market Economy
What is “multiculturalism”?
Many cultures living together and sharing traditions
Name the sport that is most watched in Canada.
Hockey
How does geography influence where people live?
People often settle near water, fertile land, or mild climates.
What type of government does Canada have?
Constitutional Monarchy
What is one major natural resource that is traded to the U.S.?
Oil, lumber, or minerals
What are two examples of cultural diversity in the U.S. or Canada?
Food, music, holidays, or languages
What state has the highest population in the United States?
California
Which is a major landform in the U.S.?
Rocky Mountains
Who is the head of government in the U.S.?
President - Donald Trump
What does “free enterprise” mean?
People can own businesses and make economic choices freely
How does migration shape culture?
It brings new ideas, foods, languages, and traditions
The U.S. and Canada both celebrate this holiday, but it occurs in different months.
Thanksgiving
Which climate regions are common in both the U.S. and Canada?
Temperate and continental
Who is the head of government in Canada?
The Prime Minister - Marc Carney
Why is trade important between the U.S. and Canada?
It strengthens both economies by sharing resources and products
What is a holiday that represents freedom or unity?
Independence Day, Juneteenth
How many U.S. states share a border with Canada?
13
What is the difference between temperate and continental climate regions?
Temperate has mild winters, Continental has very harsh winters
How are government leaders chosen in both countries?
Citizens vote in elections (U.S. directly elects President, Canada elects Parliament)
What is one major U.S. export to Canada?
Manufactured goods or technology
What is one Indigenous group from North America?
Navajo, Inuit, Cree, Cherokee
What snack food was invented in Canada but is loved in both the U.S. and Canada, made of fries, gravy, and cheese curds?
Poutine