Introduction

The purpose of this Treasure Hunt is for you to become famliar with Canada. During your exploration you will discover information on the history, sports, and symbols of Canada.

The following links come from all over the World Wide Web and represent a variety of viewpoints. You may complete the following Internet activities alone or by working in a group. Any of these question can appear on a test or quiz.

Internet Activities

A Look At Canada

1. What are Canada's national languages?
2. How many people live in Canada?
3. What kind of industries does Canada have?

Showing the Flag

1. What is the first flag flown over Canada?
2. What are Canada's national colors?
3. What symbol is on the Canadian flag?

Backcheck: A Hockey Retrospective

1. Who brought hockey to Canada?
2. When was the first formal hockey organization founded?
3. What coveted hockey prize is named after Lord Stanley, the Govenor General of Canada?

Canadian Celebrities

1. Pick one celebrity and describe their career?
2. Which Canadian invented the AM radio?
3. What is your favorite myth about Canadians?

About Canada

1. When is Canada Day?
2. When is Thanksgiving celebrated?

Canada's Court System

1. What are the four levels of court in Canada?
2. What is the highest level of court in Canada?

Niagara Falls

1. Where are the Falls located?
2. What are the names of the two falls?
3. How many liters of water goes over the Falls per second?

Birds as Symbols

1. What is the national bird of Canada?

Canada's Symbols

1. How many provinces and territories does Canada have?
2. Who named Canada?
3. Give several exmaples of Canadian symbols.

History of the Canadian Dollar

1. Does Canada have dollars and cents or shillings and pounds?
2. A United States dollar equals_____ in Canadian money.

Conclusion

I hope that you have learned new information about Canada. Use these questions and answer to help you study for your test on Canada.