Basic Facts
What is/are the official language(s) of Canada?
The official languages of Canada are English and French.
Describe Canada's winter weather in three words.
Snowy/ freezing/cold/icy...
What is the name for all people who live in Canada?
Canadians
Where is Canada situated?
It's located in the northern part of the continent North America.
Describe the Canadian flag.
Two read vertical stripes, a white square and a red maple leaf.
What's the capital city of Canada?
The capital is Ottawa.
What's the most common climate in Canada?
Continental
What is the most popular winter sport in Canada?
It's ice hockey.
What countries does Canada share borders with?
Canada shares a land border with only one country: the United States of America.
Where is Niagara Falls located?
Niagara Falls is located on the border between Canada and the United States.
What is the largest city in Canada?
The largest city is Toronto.
Name three types of climates.
Tropical/Temperate/Continental/Arctic/ Dry/ Humid
What's the name of a sweet, thick, brown sauce Canadians put on pancakes?
It's maple syrup.
How big is Canada?
Canada is the second-largest country in the world. It covers almost 10 million square kilometers.
What is the Canadian flag often called?
It is often called "The Maple Leaf"
What's the population of Canada?
The population of Canada is approximately 38-39 million people.
What's the name of the cold, treeless region in the far north of Canada?
Tundra (or Arctic)
Name a famous Canadian dish.
Poutine is a famous Canadian food. It consists of:
1.French fries
2. Cheese curds (soft pieces of fresh cheese)
3. Brown gravy (a warm, salty sauce)
Name at least two unique geographical features.
The Canadian Shield
The Rocky Mountains
The Great Lakes
The Arctic tundra
Niagara Falls
What's the official animal of Canada?
The official animal of Canada is the beaver.
What is the second-largest French-speaking city in the world?
Montreal
What is Canada's national summer sport?
Lacrosse
What is the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) famous for?
They are famous for their iconic uniform (the bright red jacket and dark blue trousers).
Where is Niagara Falls located?
Niagara Falls is located on the border between Canada and the United States.
What's the tallest free-standing structure in Toronto?
CN Tower