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Test your knowledge of climate change impacts and glacier geography in Canada with these engaging quiz rounds. Round 7 covers the potential consequences of climate change across various regions of Canada, including droughts, forest fires, and shifting seasons. Round 8 dives into the fascinating world of glaciers and icebergs, exploring submerged percentages, the largest glaciers, and glacial formations. Challenge yourself or your friends and uncover the truths about Canada's environmental changes!
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Rounds 7 & 8 Good luck in the 2011 competition!
Round 7:Climate Change These ten questions concern the potential impact of climate change in Canada.
A warming climate may result in: …more permafrost thawing in this region. Atlantic Canada Quebec Ontario Prairies British Columbia The North Each answer used only once! 1
…drought and increased desertification in this agricultural region. Atlantic Canada Quebec Ontario Prairies British Columbia The North Each answer used only once! 2
…up to 15% less annual runoff in the northern areas of this eastern province. Atlantic Canada Quebec Ontario Prairies British Columbia The North Each answer used only once! 3
…more hurricanes and ocean surges in this region. Atlantic Canada Quebec Ontario Prairies British Columbia The North Each answer used only once! 4
…up to 50% increased fire risk in the northern area of this central province. Atlantic Canada Quebec Ontario Prairies British Columbia The North Each answer used only once! 5
…reduced growing areas for forest species in this province in western Canada. Atlantic Canada Quebec Ontario Prairies British Columbia The North Each answer used only once! 6
True or False? The golf season in southern Canada will be extended. 7
True or False? Arctic tourist cruises will decrease with ice-free access. 8
True or False? Maple syrup production may increase in central Canada. 9
True or False? Decreased risk of disease outbreaks and geographical spread of disease. 10
The North Prairies Quebec Atlantic Canada Ontario British Columbia True False True False
Round 8:Cool Geography This round of 10 questions is about glaciers and ice.
When an iceberg floats, approximately what percentage is submerged? 1
The coast of Norway has many of these long, narrow, deep inlets of the sea with steep sides that have been formed by glacial erosion. 4
The Athabaska Glacier is located in this Canadian National Park. 5
What is the geographic term for an elongated winding ridge of sand and gravel formed by a river flowing underneath a glacier? 6
Canada’s “Iceberg Alley” is located offshore of this Canadian province. 7
This term is used for perennially frozen ground found in tundra climates. 8
Canada’s Glacier National Park is located in this province. 9
The largest glacier in the Northern Hemisphere is located on this island. 10
90% Antarctica true fjords Jasper National Park esker Newfoundland & Labrador permafrost British Columbia Greenland
