Harbours to Highlands A Geography Manual
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"Nova Scotia"
Comprehension Questions


1. What does Nova Scotia mean in Latin?
2. How long and wide is Nova Scotia? How many square kilometers is the area of Nova Scotia?
3. What is the second largest natural harbour in the world?
4. Where are the world's highest tides?
5. Where are the Scottish Highlands?
6. What are some of Nova Scotia's natural resources?
7. Where are the paper factories located in Nova Scotia?
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Reading Between the Lines
1. Nova Scotia license plates say "Canada's Ocean Playground." Why do you think Nova Scotia is called that?
 
 

Trivia Question

Do a bit of research.

 

There are 11 scenic trails in Nova Scotia. What are they?

Hint: Look on your map. One is the Evangeline Trail.

 
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