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The Geography of North America 3 of the largest countries are: The United States, Canada, & Mexico

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Page 1: The Geography of North America 3 of the largest countries are: The United States, Canada, & Mexico

The Geography of North America

3 of the largest countries are: The

United States, Canada, & Mexico

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The United States

This map shows the political boundaries.

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The United States is bordered by:

•Canada to the north.

•Mexico to the south.

•The Pacific Ocean to the west.

•The Atlantic Ocean to the east.

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The capital of the United States is: Washington, D.C.

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Page 6: The Geography of North America 3 of the largest countries are: The United States, Canada, & Mexico

The 10 largest cities in the United States are:

Page 7: The Geography of North America 3 of the largest countries are: The United States, Canada, & Mexico

New York City is the largest city in the United

States.

Los Angeles is the second largest city.

Chicago is the third largest city.

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Every location on Earth is defined by its physical features.

• Physical features include landforms, bodies of

water, climate, and plant life.

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Physical Features of North America

North America is linked to South America by an

isthmus.

Page 10: The Geography of North America 3 of the largest countries are: The United States, Canada, & Mexico

Physical features often influence how

people choose to settle areas and use

the land.

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What are the regions in the United States?

This map shows regions using

landforms.

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What are other regions in the U.S.?

Page 13: The Geography of North America 3 of the largest countries are: The United States, Canada, & Mexico

What are other regions in the U.S.?

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What are other regions in the U. S.?