Vocab
This is a small river or stream that feeds into a larger one
Tributary
This wetland ecosystem is located in southern Florida
Everglades
This region is the most diverse due to being a historic gateway for immigrants
Northeast
This province held a vote to become independent from Canada in 1995
Quebec
This is when part of a country breaks away to form an independent nation
Separatism
Appalachian Mountains
This region has a high population claiming German ancestry
Midwest
This type of city dominates a country's culture, economy, and government
Primate city
This region is known as the "Breadbasket of Canada"
Canadian Prairies
This refers to the cultivation of seafood such as fish or shellfish
Aquaculture
This major river delta empties into the Gulf of Mexico
Mississippi Delta
This river forms part of the border between the United States and Mexico
This mountain system includes the Occidental and Oriental ranges
Sierra Madre
Near the US border
This term describes a large population concentration made up of several major cities
Megalopolis
This desert is located in the southwestern United States
Mojave Desert
This region is known for having a mild climate in the south and southwest
Sunbelt
Name the 3 civilizations that lived in Mexico prior to European colonization
Olmecs, Aztecs, Maya
This term describes technological and economic growth that does not deplete natural resources
Sustainable development
This ancient rock formation covers much of esastern and central Canada
This economic agreement increased trade between Mexicoo, the US, and Canada
Give an example of a formal and perceptual region in Mexico
Perceptual: Mexico
Formal: Yucatan Peninsula