Canadian Geography Flashcards

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What is the capital city of Canada?

A

Ottawa

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Which province is known as the ‘Breadbasket of Canada’?

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Saskatchewan

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True or False: Canada has ten provinces and three territories.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The longest river in Canada is the __________ River.

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Mackenzie

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5
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Which Canadian province is the smallest by land area?

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Prince Edward Island

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What is the largest province in Canada by land area?

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Quebec

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Which ocean lies to the east of Canada?

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Atlantic Ocean

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What mountain range runs along the border between Canada and the United States?

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Rocky Mountains

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Which city is the largest in Canada?

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Toronto

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What is the name of the national park located in the Canadian Rockies known for its stunning landscapes?

A

Banff National Park

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True or False: The Great Lakes are located entirely within Canada.

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False

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Which territory is known for its vast tundra and is home to the Inuit population?

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Nunavut

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the longest border between two countries in the world.

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Canada-United States border

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14
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What is the highest peak in Canada?

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Mount Logan

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Which province is known for its French-speaking population?

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Quebec

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16
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What body of water separates Canada from Greenland?

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Baffin Bay

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17
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Which Canadian city is famous for its annual Calgary Stampede?

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Calgary

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18
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True or False: Vancouver is located in the province of Alberta.

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False

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19
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What is the capital of British Columbia?

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Victoria

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20
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Which Canadian province has the largest coastline?

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British Columbia

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a major agricultural region in Canada, particularly known for wheat production.

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Prairie Provinces

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What is the name of the famous waterfall located on the border of Canada and the United States?

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Niagara Falls

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Which Canadian province is the only one that is not part of the mainland?

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Newfoundland and Labrador

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What is the largest city in the province of Quebec?

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Montreal

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True or False: The Arctic Archipelago is part of Canada.
True
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What is the primary language spoken in Canada?
English and French
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Which region of Canada is known for its maritime climate?
Atlantic Canada
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a significant cultural and economic region in southern Ontario.
Golden Horseshoe
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What is the name of the largest national park in Canada?
Wood Buffalo National Park
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Which Canadian city is known for its historic buildings and the Rideau Canal?
Ottawa
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What is the name of the largest lake in Canada?
Lake Superior
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True or False: Canada is the second largest country in the world by total area.
True
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What is the capital of the province of Alberta?
Edmonton
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Which Canadian region is famous for its oil sands?
Alberta
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a famous mountain range that runs through western Canada.
Coast Mountains
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What is the predominant climate in most of Canada?
Cold continental climate
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Which province is known for its extensive forests and is a major producer of timber?
British Columbia
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What is the name of the river that flows through the city of Montreal?
Saint Lawrence River
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True or False: The Canadian Shield is a large area of exposed Precambrian rock.
True
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Which territory is known for its diamond mines?
Northwest Territories
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What is the name of the large bay located in northeastern Canada?
Hudson Bay
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a major river that flows from Lake Ontario to the Atlantic Ocean.
Saint Lawrence River
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Which province is known for its historic Acadian culture?
New Brunswick
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What is the population of Canada approximately as of 2023?
38 million
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True or False: Canada has a larger land area than the United States.
True
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What is the name of the indigenous group primarily located in the Arctic regions of Canada?
Inuit
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Which province is known for its beautiful lakes, such as Lake Louise?
Alberta
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a vast region of forests and lakes in central Canada.
Boreal Forest
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What city is known as the 'Gateway to the North' in Canada?
Yellowknife
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Which Canadian province is known for its wine production?
British Columbia
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True or False: Toronto is located in the province of Quebec.
False
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What is the name of the famous national park located in the Canadian Rockies, known for its glaciers?
Yoho National Park
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Which region of Canada is characterized by its rugged coastline and fishing villages?
Atlantic Canada
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a significant cultural area known for its Indigenous heritage in Canada.
Northwest Territories
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What is the name of the largest island in Canada?
Baffin Island
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True or False: The Pacific Ocean is located to the west of Canada.
True
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What is the primary industry in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Fishing
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Which Canadian city is known for its film industry, often referred to as 'Hollywood North'?
Vancouver
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a major river system that flows through the Prairie Provinces.
Saskatchewan River
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What is the predominant language spoken in the province of Quebec?
French
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True or False: Canada has more lakes than any other country in the world.
True
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What is the name of the highest waterfall in Canada?
Dawson Falls
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Which province is known for its rich history of mining and mineral resources?
Ontario
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a large archipelago in the Arctic region of Canada.
Arctic Archipelago
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What is the primary natural resource exported from Canada?
Oil and gas
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Which city is home to the Canadian Parliament?
Ottawa
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True or False: The Yukon Territory is known for its gold rush history.
True
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What is the name of the second largest city in Canada?
Montreal
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a major cultural center for Indigenous peoples in Canada.
National Museum of the American Indian
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What is the climate like in the northern regions of Canada?
Arctic climate
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Which province is known for its beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities, such as skiing and hiking?
British Columbia