1. Human-Environment Interaction
United States and Canada

2. Settlement and Agriculture
Settlement-First inhabitants nomads, probably migrated from Asia over Beringia.

3. Settlement and Agriculture
Agriculture-Made settlements permanent. Remains an important activity in both the United States and Canada.

4. Interactions with the environment
Building Cities: Montreal-Adapted to the cold by building underground areas.

5. Interactions with the environment
Building Cities: Los Angeles- Mild climate drew thousands, and urban sprawl began, as well as problems like air pollution, Water must be brought in from the Aqueduct

6. Interactions with the environment
Overcoming distances: Early Trails -Trails for transportation and movement included the early national and wilderness roads, and Oregon and Santa Fe trails.

7. Interactions with the environment
Overcoming distances: Transcontinental Railroads- In both the United States and Canada, rail lines across the country permanently changed the landscape, promoted economic development, and helped create national unity.

8. Interactions with the environment
Overcoming distances: National highway systems-Extensive highway systems in both the United states and Canada accommodate and promote heavy reliance on the automobile.

9. Interactions with the environment
Harnessing renewable resources for power.
Hydro-electric power
Wind power
Solar power