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Lesson1-The Land and Physical Geography of North America

Learning Intentions:
•To describe the main geographical features of North America.
•To develop a comprehensive understanding of regions located below the Arctic
Circle.
I. Fill in the blanks:
1. The Canadian Rockies and the Denali Range in Alaska have the
highest mountain peaks in North America.
2. The Panama Canal was constructed and opened in 1914.
3. Panama is the end point of the North America and where South America
begins.
4. The countries to the south of Mexico are often referred to as Central
America.
5. The Central American countries are smaller in size and have a tropical
climate.
6. Most of Eastern Canada’s population lives in Ontario and Quebec.
7. The Western United States is divided from the Great plain by Rocky
Mountains.
8. Yellow stone National Park Located in Wyoming.
II. Answer the following:
1. What are the three largest countries in North America?
A) Canada, the United States and Mexico are the three largest countries in
North America.
2. List3CaribbeanIslands.
A) Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica.
3. Why do some areas of the Arctic has darkness half of the year and sunlight
the other half?
This phenomenon occurs because the Earth is tilted on its axis by approximately
23 degrees. This means that at the poles (both north and south) the sun rises and
sets only once each year. The people who live in these areas eventually get used
to the constant sunlight/darkness for extended periods of time.
4. How does the geography of North America impact its biodiversity?

(A) North America’s diverse geography—from the Arctic tundra and Rocky
Mountains to deserts, plains, and rainforests—supports a rich variety of
ecosystems and species. This diversity allows for unique habitats, but also
means that species are highly specialized to their environments, making them
vulnerable to climate change and habitat loss. Protecting these varied
ecosystems is crucial to maintaining biodiversity.

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