Historically, which natural resource industry has been most important to the economy of Atlantic Canada?
Answer: Fishing.
Per Discover Canada, Atlantic Canada's coasts and natural resources — including fishing, farming, forestry and mining — have shaped its history and economy, with the fisheries long central to the region.
All answer choices
- Fishing. (correct answer)
- Automobile manufacturing.
- Aerospace technology.
- Banking and finance.
This practice question is based on Discover Canada, the official study guide for the Canadian citizenship test. Brush up on this topic in our Economy & Industry study guide.
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