Why does the majority of the Canadian population live in the southern Lowlands regions? Flashcards
Prepare to answer this question in 5 paragraphs
Where do most Canadians live and why?
This answer should go in your intro :
Most Canadians live in the southern Great Lakes-St.-Lawrence Lowlands because it offers fertile land, job opportunities, and a mild climate.
How does the land help?
(This answer and two supporting pieces of evidence should be paragraph 1)
Fertile land supports farming.
Evidence 1: Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Lowlands have good soil for crops (for example, the Niagara region of Ontario is known for growing fruit like apples, peaches and cherries as well as wine grapes).
Evidence 2: Fresh water supports irrigation and farming (for example to water all the crops like in the Niagara region a great deal of water is needed).
Why are there so many jobs?
(This answer and two pieces of supporting evidence can be paragraph 2)
Major cities have industries and trade hubs.
Evidence 1 : Cities like Toronto and Montreal offer jobs in manufacturing and services.
Evidence 2 : Proximity to the U.S. boosts trade and job opportunities.
What about the weather?
(This answer and two pieces of supporting evidence can be paragraph 4)
The climate is better for living and farming.
Evidence 1: Winters are mild, and summers are warm (people can do more activities for pleasure and feel more comfortable when it is mild; less expensive to heat homes).
Evidence 2: Easier growing seasons compared to northern areas (the growing season is longer because there is a longer season of warmth with frost-free days).
How does this all fit together
(This answer is your conclusion)
Fertile land, jobs, and mild weather make the southern Lowlands the best place for Canadians to live.