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The maple leaf is Canada's national symbol, proudly displayed
flag. The leaf[emblemlcan also be found on the logos of many business in Canada,
including Air Canada, and it is also the symbol for the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey
team. In addition, it is used by the federal government, and it is on the Canadian
coat of arms. The maple leaf is the North American country's most typical symbol
of national pride, and Canadians are fond of all things maple. Visitors, too, love the
o take pictures as the leaves turn yellow,
maple leaf. They come in droves every fall to
orange, and red.
b If there is nothing more American than apple pie, then there is nothing more
Canadian than maple syrup. This famous by-product of the maple tree is a huge
industry in the country. Everyone around the world loves maple syrup, and an
estimated 85% of the world's production comes from Canada. Further, most of it comes
from Quebec, one of the thirteen provinces and territories in the country. However, the
history of this delicious syrup goes back before there were any provinces or a country
known as Canada. Centuries before Europeans explored and settled in North America,
indigenous people had perfected the process of tapping the sticky, sweet sap from the
trees. It was First Nations people who taught this valuable technique to settlers.small
9101 Steeped in Canada's history, maple syrup making is celebrated as a proud tradition.
As early spring brings warmer temperatures, conditions become ripe for tapping and
collecting the precious sap) from the trees. Several festivals are held around Canada
to mark the joyous occasion. Of course maple-flavored treats are featured, like hot
(taffy served on fresh snow and eaten with wooden sticks. Local folk music and other
entertainment round out the festivities and add to the light-hearted atmosphere. These
festivals naturally attract plenty of tourists.
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BX 5 What is the purpose of the first paragraph?
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(A) To show how maple trees prove to be a tourist attraction. stewas able (9)
(B) To explain how maple trees play a role in the Canadian history. alduon
