North America Resources Question and Answer | ICSE Class 7

A. Tick the correct answers:

1. (Canada/ Jamaica) does not grow tobacco.
   
2. (Alaska/ Mexico) is the largest producer of silver in the world.
   
3. (Canada/ Nicaragua) is the largest producer of pulp and paper.
   
4. The (Red Indians/ Negroes) were brought as slaves to North America from Africa.
   
5. The long-distance, 4 or 6-lane roads of North America are called (Highways/ Freeways).
   

B. Fill in the blanks:

1. The forests of North America provide occupation to people in forestry and lumbering.
   
2. In North America, cattle are reared for milk and meat.
   
3. The most important coal-producing region in the USA is Pennsylvania.
   
4. The Spanish migrants have settled around the Gulf of Mexico, while the French migrants settled along the Saint Lawrence River.
   
5. The Panama Canal connects the Atlantic Ocean with the Pacific Ocean.
   

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C. Give reasons for the following:

1. Fishing banks have developed along the coast:
   
   • The continental shelf along the coasts of North America is wide and shallow, providing an ideal environment for fish.
   • The meeting of warm and cold ocean currents (e.g., Gulf Stream and Labrador Current) leads to abundant plankton growth, which attracts large fish populations.
   • The availability of modern fishing technology has further contributed to the growth of the fishing industry.
2. Cities have high population densities:
   
   • Cities provide better job opportunities in industries, business, and services.
   • They have modern infrastructure, including transportation, healthcare, and education.
   • Immigration from rural areas and other countries has increased urban populations.
   • Cities have well-developed commercial hubs that attract businesses and workers.

D. Answer the following questions:

1. Short note on the forest resources of North America.
   
   Ans: The forests of North America provide valuable timber and a variety of other important forest products.
   
   • Wood from coniferous forests is mainly used to make pulp and paper.
   • Trees also provide timber for building materials and cellulose for rayon, resin, and turpentine.
   • The wood from spruce and pine trees is used to make newsprint.
   • The wood of oak and willow trees is used for furniture.
   • The sap of the maple tree is widely used to make sugar.
   • Hardwood from tropical forests is used to make railway sleepers.
   • The wood of mahogany and cedar is mainly used to make cigar boxes in Cuba.
2. Name the factors responsible for the development of agriculture in North America.
   
   Ans: The factors responsible for the growth of agriculture in North America are:
   
   • Large farm sizes (ranging from 2,000 to 20,000 hectares).
   • Mechanized farming with modern technology.
   • Monoculture farming, where only one crop is grown on a large scale.
   • Use of scientific techniques in farming.
   • Widespread use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.
   • Low labor force but high per capita production.
   • Farms are privately owned, with no tenant system.
3. Where are the Corn Belt, Cotton Belt, and Tobacco Belt located?
   
   Ans:
   
   • The Corn Belt is found in the Mississippi Basin, where corn is the most widely cultivated cereal crop.
   • The Cotton Belt is located south of the prairies, in the southern part of the Mississippi Basin, where cotton is grown.
   • The Tobacco Belt is found northeast of the Cotton Belt, where tobacco is a major crop.
4. Name the minerals found in the Lake Superior region.
   
   Ans: The Lake Superior region produces large quantities of gold, nickel, platinum, copper, and silver.
   
5. Name the industries found in North America.
   
   Ans: The main industries found in North America are:
   
   • Flour milling
   • Wood pulp and paper
   • Newsprint
   • Textiles
   • Iron and steel
   • Automobiles
   • Engineering goods
6. Write a short note on the density of population in North America.
   
   Ans:
   
   • The total population of North America is about 550 million.
   • The average population density is 22 persons per square kilometer.
   • Western mountains, deserts, plains, and northern regions are sparsely populated.
   • The eastern coast and central lowlands have high population density.
   • Mexico City is the most populous city in North America.
   • Most people live in urban areas, as cities offer better employment and facilities.
7. Name the important waterways of North America. Which river connects the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean?
   
   Ans:
   
   • Important waterways in North America:
     • Saint Lawrence River
     • Great Lakes waterway system
     • Mississippi River
   • The Saint Lawrence River connects the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean.