Welcome to Canada
Thinking of visiting Canada one day? Of course, you are welcome. OK, let's start our journey and get close to it.
As is known, Canada, the second largest country in the world, is recognized as the most comfortable country to live in. Every year it attracts millions of visitors from all over the world because of its breathtaking (壮观的) scenery and charm, which make it wellknown and unique.
Canada lies in the northern part of the North America Continent in the West Hemisphere. It stretches over 5,500 kilometres from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and over 4,600 kilometres from the northern tip of Ellesmere Island to the United States border. The country covers an area of 9,984,670 square kilometres, which is a little bit larger than China.
The United States, the only country next to Canada on land, is to the south of Canada. The borderline shared by the two countries is more than 5,500 kilometres, and this borderline is undefended. Citizens of both countries can cross the border without a visa. On the other three sides Canada is surrounded by water. To the east of the country is the Atlantic Ocean, and to the west, the Pacific Ocean. The Arctic Ocean is to the north of the country.
Canada is a country with a large area, but with a small population. The population of the country is only slightly over 30 million. Since Canada is a country made up mainly of immigrants, its people have different ethnic origins. The two largest groups are made up of people of the French and English origins. Indians and Inuit, the native people, make up only 1.2% of Canada's total population. Most Canadians believe in Catholicism and Christianity.
There are some famous cities in Canada. Ottawa is the national capital with a population of 951,727 in 2014. The city is centred on Canadian government buildings, especially the Parliament Buildings and Confederation Square in front of them. Today Toronto replaces Montreal as the largest metropolis (大城市) of Canada populated by over 3 million people. The city has achieved a high reputation in finance, popular arts and culture. Many Canadian banks and companies have head offices in Toronto.
Canada has made steady and rapid progress in the past decades. It is taking on a newer look every day. So, if you want to travel, it is just the place to be!
Task: Answer the following questions.
1．From what aspects does this passage introduce Canada？(no more than 15 words)
The_passage_introduces_Canada_from_its_location,_area,_population,_races_and_main_cities.
2．Which city in Canada is the biggest one now?
Toronto.
