Landform Regions of Canada

Question 1

What is the Canadian Shield?

Answer 1

A large area of exposed Precambrian rock that covers parts of Canada and the northern United States.

Question 2

True or False: The Canadian Shield is primarily composed of sedimentary rock.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Which provinces in Canada does the Canadian Shield primarily cover?

Answer 3

Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and parts of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The Canadian Shield is known for its rich deposits of __________.

Answer 4

minerals, including gold, nickel, and copper.

Question 5

What type of landscape is characteristic of the Canadian Shield?

Answer 5

Rocky terrain with numerous lakes and forests.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a feature of the Canadian Shield? A) Flat plains B) Mountain ranges C) Exposed rock formations

Answer 6

C) Exposed rock formations

Question 7

What are the Lowlands in Canada?

Answer 7

Regions characterized by flat or gently rolling terrain, primarily consisting of sedimentary rock.

Question 8

True or False: The Lowlands region is known for its agriculture due to fertile soil.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Short Answer: Name one major lowland area in Canada.

Answer 9

The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Lowlands.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The Canadian Shield and the Lowlands are separated by the __________.

Answer 10

Appalachian Mountains.