Geography
Name one physical feature shared by the U.S. and Canada
Rocky Mountains, Great Lakes, Great Plains, or St. Lawrence River/Seaway
What is Cultural Diversity?
Many different cultures living together.
What type of economy do the U.S. and Canada have?
Mixed Economy
Who is is the leader of the U.S. Government?
The President
Name one CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY
Vote, Follow Laws, Stay informed, or serve on a Jury
What connects the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean?
St. Lawrence River/Seaway
Name one thing immigration brought to U.S./Canadian culture.
Foods, Languages, Customs, Holidays, Traditions, Music, etc.
What does Manufacturing do?
Makes Goods/Products
How did the U.S. government seperate its power.
Created 3 Branches: Executive, Legislative, Judicial
What technology helped people move west faster?
Railroad
Why do many Canadians live close to the U.S. border?
Warmer climate, Cities, Jobs
What is the MOST practiced Religion in the U.S.?
Catholicism
What does the Serivice Industry provide?
Help/Work for People
What does Unlimited Government mean?
A government where the leaders have TOTAL control.
Citizens may be called to serve on a ______.
Jury
How many Great Lakes are there and where are they located?
5, on the border of U.S. and Canada
What are the 3 Top languages in the U.S. in ORDER?
English, Spanish, Chinese
In a MIXED economy, who makes the choices?
People and Businesses WITH SOME govenment rules.
Name one Document that has rights written down.
U.S. Bill of Rights or Constitution
What amendment ended slavery?
13th Amendment
Name TWO Physical features located in the U.S.
Rocky Mountains, Appalachian Mountains, Mississippi River, Rio Grande River, (Any other Rivers we talked about)
What are the 3 main reasons why countries set out to explore the world? (3 G's)
GOD, GOLD & GLORY
A good is something you can buy/touch, and a service is work or help provided to someone.
Why do the U.S. and Canada LIMIT government power?
To protect people's rights and prevent too much government power.
Explain how railroad changed westward settlement.
Faster travel, moved goods, connected regions, helped towns/markets grow