The Northwest Territories were originally made up in 1870 from Rupert's Land and what other region?
Answer: The North-Western Territory.
The Northwest Territories were originally made up in 1870 from Rupert's Land and the North-Western Territory. The capital, Yellowknife, is called the "diamond capital of North America."
All answer choices
- The North-Western Territory. (correct answer)
- The District of Keewatin.
- The Arctic Islands.
- The Yukon Territory.
This practice question is based on Discover Canada, the official study guide for the Canadian citizenship test. Brush up on this topic in our Geography study guide.
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