Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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Canada is rich in natural resources, including which of the following?
A. | minerals | B. | iron ore | C. | forests | D. | all of the
above |
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One of the environmental issues facing Canada is acid rain. This occurs when
factories and other industries release pollutants into the air which mix with water molecules and
produce acid rain. What are the problems caused by acid rain?
A. | People cannot tell when acid rain is falling as it does not burn people’s
skin. | B. | The acidity can kills plants, damage or kill trees and pollute lakes and rivers
enough to kill fish. | C. | In southern Canada, 50 to 75 percent of the
pollution that causes acid rain comes from the United States. | D. | all of the
above |
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Since the Great Lakes is on the border between Canada and the United States,
both countries have a responsibility to ensure that the lake is not polluted. This responsibility was
formalized in 1972 by the signing of the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement. What are the goals of
this agreement?
A. | prevent poisonous chemicals from being put into the lakes | B. | reduce the human
waste that is dumped into the lake | C. | restore the lake’s environment and
prevent further damage | D. | all of the
above |
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Mining of Canada’s rich mineral reserves is a large industry. In which
area of the country is mining mostly based?
A. | pacific area | B. | southern & central
areas | C. | Canadian Shield area | D. | southeastern
area |
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Which of the following words is a synonym for indigenous?
A. | original | B. | native | C. | ethnic | D. | foreign |
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The French and Indian War in 1763 was fought to determine the ruling country of
Canada. Which two peoples fought this war?
A. | French & British | B. | French & indigenous
peoples | C. | British and indigenous peoples | D. | French &
Dutch |
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Canada became a dominion of the United Kingdom in 1867 and peacefully won full
independence in 1931. Which of the following events led Canada to seek full independence to gain more
control over their foreign affairs?
A. | the loss of life of Canadian soldiers who fought for the United Kingdom in
WWI | B. | the signing of the North American Free Trade Agreement | C. | the signing of the
North Atlantic Treaty Organization | D. | the desire to control other
countries |
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What type of government does Canada have, and how does the head of government
gain power?
A. | parliamentary democracy where the head of government is elected by
citizens | B. | constitutional monarchy where the head of government is chosen by members of
Parliament | C. | constitutional monarchy where the head of government is elected by
citizens | D. | confederation where the head of government is chosen by the Supreme
Court |
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Canada has both a head of state and head of government. What titles do these
leaders have?
A. | The head of state is the monarch of England, and the head of government is the
president. | B. | The head of state is the premier and the head of government is the prime
minister. | C. | The head of state is the monarch of England, and the head of government is the
premier. | D. | The head of state is the monarch of England, and the head of government is the prime
minister. |
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What is the name of the agreement signed in 1994 by the United States, Canada,
and Mexico to remove tariffs between the countries?
A. | Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) | B. | North American Aerospace Defense Command
(NORAD) | C. | North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) | D. | United States,
Canada, Mexico Agreement (USCMA) |
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Why is Canada said to have a market economy?
A. | The three key economic questions are determined by the monarch. | B. | The three key
economic questions are determined by the prime minister. | C. | The three key
economic questions are determined by supply and demand. | D. | The three key
economic questions are determined by the parliament. |
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Some people in Quebec want Quebec to be an independent country. Which of the
following statements explains the reason why these separatists believe in independence?
A. | They believe that Quebec cannot keep its French language and culture in a country
where most people have English as their first language. | B. | They want their own
government and laws. | C. | They want to establish their own trade policies
and don’t want to be part of NAFTA. | D. | They want their own
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Multiple Response
Identify one
or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.
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The province of Quebec is different from the rest of Canada in which ways?
Select ALL that apply.
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Matching
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Canada is a large country and its climate varies from area to area. Match each
area to the corresponding climate description of that area. A. | southeastern
area | B. | pacific area | C. | northern regions | D. | southern &
central areas |
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humid continental climate with hot summers and mild winters
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moderate climate and long growing season, ideal for farming
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sub-arctic and arctic climate with long, cold winters and short, cool summers
where few Canadians live
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temperate climate, cooled by the ocean in summer and warmed by the ocean in
winter
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 In the map above, the letters A, B & C denote
geographical areas of Canada. Match the letters to the name of the area.
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Hudson Bay
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Canadian Shield
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Rocky Mountains
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