Geo/History
Mathematics
Science & Tech
Language
Health
100
What is the difference between human and physical geography?
Physical Geography is the study of the science of spaces; it examines the structures of the world around us- both natural and man-made- as well as the formative processes of these.
Human Geography is concerned with the spatial patterns of humans and human activity over spaces and places.
100
What is the difference between a prime and composite number?
A prime number is a number which has exactly two factors. Ex: '1' and the number itself. A composite number has more than two factors.
100
What is matter and chemistry?
Matter - anything that has mass and takes up space.
Chemistry - the study of matter and changes in matter.
100
What are the 4 different types of media?
-Entertainment
-Educational
-Persuasive
-Informative
100
When it comes to food groups, what does Canada's food guide recommend for a healthy meal?
1/4 plate of protein
1/4 plate of carbohydrates
1/2 plate of fruits and/or vegetables
200
What is a push and pull factor? Give an example of each.
Push factor: a factor affecting someone's decision to leave their home location. Ex: warfare.
Pull factor: a factor affecting someone's decision to move to a new location. Ex: higher paying jobs.
200
What is the difference between a histogram and a bar graph?
A histogram represents the frequency of variables. A bar graph uses exact variables. Histograms present numerical data whereas bar graphs show categorical data.
200
Explain how heat transfer/introducing heat affects the volume of a liquid. Give an example.
Heat causes the liquid particles to bounce off of each other faster and faster, until the volume increases. An example would be a boiling pot of water. If the water continues to boil, the water particles will continue bouncing off one another faster and faster until the pot overflows.
200
What is a theme? Give an example.
A theme is a message an author is trying to express throughout the text. Ex: Friendship.
200
What is the difference between a laceration and a fracture?
If more pressure is put on a bone than it can withstand, it will either split or break. A break of any size is called a fracture.
A cut is a break or opening in the skin. It is also called a laceration. A cut may be deep, smooth, or jagged. A cut can also be near the surface of the skin, or deeper. The deeper the cut or laceration is, the more likely it is to affect tendons, muscles, ligaments, nerves, blood vessels, or a bone.
300
Who were the Coureurs de Bois?
The Coureurs de Bois were young French men who began to travel deep into eastern Canada to get furs. Coureurs de Bois is a French term that means “runners of the woods.” These men were unlicensed, which means they did not have permission to transport goods (like furs) to the trading posts. The Coureurs de Bois became good friends with the First Nations and learned a lot about Canadian land. Coureurs de Bois learned to trap beavers themselves, which increased the supply of beaver pelts.
300
What are the integer rules for multiplying and dividing positive and negative numbers?
+ x + = + (if you love to love, you're a lover)
+ x - = - (if you love to hate, you're a hater)
- x + = - (if you hate to love, you're a hater)
- x - = + (if you hate to hate, you're a lover)
300
What are the 3 facets of the theory?
Ø All living things are made of cells.
Ø Cells are the basic units of structure and function in living things.
Ø Living cells come only from other living cells.
300
How can you use context clues to predict the meaning of unfamiliar words?
-look at the photo to see what is happening
-look at the caption and see if you could replace the word with a familiar one/a synonym
-ask if your substitutions make sense
300
What are the best ways to ensure your password is protected and why is this important?
-letters, numbers, and symbols
-combination of capitals and lowercase letters
-at least 8 characters long
-easy to remember but hard to guess
-it is never shared with others
It is important to ensure your password is secure to prevent people from stealing your personal information/identity, accessing your bank account, or track your whereabouts, or ruin your reputation.
400
What was the Klondike gold rush and what happened to migrants who flocked to the Northwest Territories?
Once it became known that gold was present, miners stormed the area trying to capitalize on the opportunity. These people were known as "stampeders". This mass migration is referred to as the Klondike Gold Rush. These people were disappointed because of the cold conditions they endured for such little gain.
400
How do you calculate your net monthly income if your starting salary before tax is 55, 000 and the annual tax rate is 15%?
1) 55, 000 x 0.15 = 8,250 (Find out how much tax is deducted annually)
2) 55, 000 - 8,250 = 46,750 (Find net annual income: subtract the income tax from the starting salary)
3) 46,750/12 = $3895.83 (Find net monthly income)
400
What is the difference between a physical and social system? Give an example of each.
A physical system is often a system that is manmade (e.g., something that someone created by themselves). For example, bikes and mechanical systems are physical systems.
A social system is one that occurs through interactions with people. The structures within these systems are based on community members. A social structure can also be man-made (e.g., schools or places of worship), or natural, (e.g., bird or ant colonies).
400
List 3 tricks that advertisers will use to convince you to buy something.
-Creating fake problems
-Limited time offers
-Limited quantities that are selling out fast
-Luring with free stuff
-Celebrity endorsements
-Testimonials
-Sales that aren't actually deals
-Showing people enjoying the product
400
What is the difference between substance use, abuse, and misuse?
Substance use: Using a substance - typically - the way it is intended to be used.
Substance misuse: Failing to adhere to the instructions of usage or using a substance for reasons other than what was intended.
Substance abuse: Overindulgence/using a substance more than what was intended or beyond what you can handle.
500
What is Confederation and what were the reasons people argued Confederation was needed?
Confederation is the creation of Canada that occurred in 1867. It was a federal union in which the British North American colonies of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and the Province of Canada joined together to form the Dominion of Canada.
Reasons it was needed:
-to defend against the threat of American invasion
-to afford and create a Canadian Pacific Railway that would link the colonies, increasing trade and tourism, while also providing a means of transporting troops quickly
-to eradicate the political deadlock and have one prime minister making decisions effectively for the good of the entire country
-to create independence from Great Britain and prevent the need to pay them taxes/for taxes from Britain to support us
500
Solve for "c" if "a" = 12cm and "b" = 5cm.
500
What is desalination and how does the process work? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this method?
Desalination is the process of removing salt particles and bacteria from ocean water so it can be purified safely. Wells are used to extract the ocean water and pump it to a facility where reverse osmosis is used to extract unwanted particles that get dispensed back into the ocean.
Advantages: Safe drinking water from the largest source of water.
Disadvantages: Time consuming, expensive process that destroys natural ecosystems with removed bacteria and salt.
500
What are the 4 main ways (hooks) you could use to start your introductory paragraph in an essay?
1) Fact/statistic
2) Question
3) Personal story/description
4) Quote
500
What are the 6 types of nutrients
-protein
-carbohydrates
-water
-healthy fats
-vitamins
-minerals