Chapter 23

Spectacular fjords, rugged mountain scenery and some of the largest glaciers in the Northern Hemisphere can be found in this US location, though climate causes a major constraint on tourism.

Alaska

What country is best described here: -Wealth of natural resources -Predominantly made of immigrants -English language dominates in most areas -Democratic federal structures of government -Informal, yet competitive in outlook -Similar attitudes to business and freedom of individuals -Spans multiple times zones

Both Canada and United States

This Canadian province has the mildest climate of all the Canadian provinces and territories, has a spectacular coastline, diverse ecosystems, Amerindian heritage, and the multi-cultural city of Vancouver.

British Columbia

A region of the United States known for its strong traditions and cultural heritage of French and Spanish rule, with Cajun food being a specialty.

Deep South

T/F: Major resource bases for tourism in Canada include the National Park system, its coastline, and theme parks.

False

Major metropolitan areas are common in the US. Which region of the US is known as the Megalopolis?

From Boston to Washington, DC

What territory is best described here: Permanent ice cap Mainly Inuit population lives Self-governing Danish territory Economy highly dependent on Denmark Tourism resources include some fjords and mountain scenery, icebergs

Greenland

This place is a special case for tourism due to the state's liberal attitudes to marriage, divorce and gambling; one can also find substitutes for a real destination or an imagined past by visiting here.

Nevada

Region of the United States known for its historic value, rural interior with forested mountains, picturesque villages, winter skiing, and its coastal areas.

North-east

Which Canadian province is described here: industrial as well as a business center, most visited province, cities like Toronto, with its very cosmopolitan, vibrant, culture; Ottawa; Niagara Falls; Kingston?

Ontario

This location is culturally distinct with heavy French influence, and though predominantly rural, it contains Canada's largest city and the second largest French-speaking metropolis.

Quebec

Smokey Mountains National Park, Kentucky Bluegrass, rural communities contrasted with cities such as Nashville and Memphis are found in which region?

Southern Appalachians

Region of the United States characterized by a drier climate and many national parks such as Glacier, Tetons, Yellowstone in the Rockies.

The West

Choose all that are true about the state of Florida: a) Among the world's leading holiday destinations b) The northern part of Florida has a "southern" culture, while the rest of Florida has a constant flow of tourists c) Influx of Cuban immigrants has made Miami a largely Spanish-speaking city d) Most visitors are Europeans e) Most visitors are Americans f) Orlando is known as the world's "theme park capital"

a) Among the world's leading holiday destinations b) The northern part of Florida has a "southern" culture, while the rest of Florida has a constant flow of tourists c) Influx of Cuban immigrants has made Miami a largely Spanish-speaking city e) Most visitors are Americans f) Orlando is known as the world's "theme park capital"

Which of the following in NOT true about Canada? a) Most of the population resides near the border with the US b) 80% of the country is classified as wilderness c) Is the largest country in the world d) Overshadowed by US neighbor to south economically and culturally

c) Is the largest country in the world