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Science Geography

The Canadian Geographic Quiz Book

by (author) Doug MacLean

Publisher
Fitzhenry and Whiteside
Initial publish date
Sep 1999
Category
Geography
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781550413922
    Publish Date
    Sep 1999
    List Price
    $14.95

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Description

A potpourri of over 1,000 informative, surprising, and fun questions and answers about Canada's lakes, mountains, national parks, highways, tourist attractions, famous people, and more.

  • In what direction would you travel if you left Medicine Hat for Moose Jaw?
  • Canada has hosted two very successful World Fairs. Where and when were they held?
  • What is a nunatak?
  • Where are the Spirit Sands?
  • Which Canadian city had the first subway?
  • Where is the Kings Road and what is its proper name?
  • In which province is CanadaÆs longest railway tunnel?
  • Where is ôThe Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth?
  • Canada boasts the worldÆs longest street. Can you name it?

An excellent sourcebook for geography enthusiasts and all those curious Canadians who want to challenge and enrich their knowledge of our diverse geographical heritage.

About the author

Doug MacLean is a former professional hockey coach, general manager, and team executive. He was the president and general manager of the NHL Columbus Blue Jackets and was also the head coach of the Florida Panthers. He became a sportscaster for Sportsnet, eventually cohosting the popular Hockey Central at Noon radio show and regularly appearing as a panelist on Hockey Central television. He lives in Prince Edward Island, Canada.

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