1. United States and Canada Cultural Characteristics WG.4

2. This region was colonized by the Europeans beginning in the late 1500’s into the 1700’s
Colonization

3. Many of the people living in the regions trace their ancestry to the Europeans. Additionally, many people trace their ancestry to other nationalities of people who immigrated into the region.
Ancestry
and
Heritage

4. The province of Quebec in Canada is unique in that its citizens speak French and have a French culture while the remaining Canadian region is English speaking. The people of Quebec have often expressed a desire to separate from Canada. Therefore, Canada has struggled to maintain a national identity.
Quebec

5. Both the United States and Canada have a democratic form of government.

6. Both the United States and Canada belong to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization(NATO). This is a military alliance of countries that supports democracy and security for member nations.
Military Alliances

7. The border between the U. S
The border between the U.S. and Canada is the longest unfortified(non -use of military to patrol) border in the world.
Borders

8. Because of highly developed transportation systems, the populations of both countries are very mobile (able to move around easily)
Movement

9. Important Sites! .

10. Golden Gate Bridge
San
Francisco, CA

11. Independence Hall
Philadelphia,PA

12. St. Louis Gateway Arch
St. Louis, MO

13. United States Capitol building (Washington, D.C.)

14. Influence of automobiles – (gas stations, motels, interstate highways, drive-up services)

15. Wheat fields in the Great Plains

16. Skyscrapers

17. Bilingual Signs

18. Shopping Malls