Question | Answer |
15. Who were the first humans to arrive in North America and how did they get to North America? | The Inuit by crossing a landbridge |
16. What was the name of the French Explorer who established the first permanent settlement in Canada? | Samuel de Champlain |
17. What was the war fought between the British and the French? Who won this war and what was the result? | The French and Indian War The British won and resulted in their being in control of former French lands |
What did England pass in 1774 for Canada and what did it do? | Quebec Act- allowed the French to keep their language and laws |
Why didn’t the people of Canada revolt against England in 1776? | Because they believed that they would be ruled fairly after the Quebec Act |
What is the British North American Act of 1867? | It created the Dominion of Canada making it a self-governing nation |
What was the role of the British in the government after Canada became a dominion? | It still controlled foreign affairs |
What happened to Canada in 1982? | Canada’s Independence was complete it received total authority to govern |
How many provinces and territories does Canada have? | 10 provinces 3 territories |
What is the major difference between a province and a territory? | Provinces are able to vote to make changes to the constitution |
What are the official languages of Canada? | French and English |
26. Who do the citizens vote for in Canada’s national government? | House of Commons |
Who is the chief executive of Canada? | Prime Minister |
What is the Cabinet? | Group of people who advise the Prime Minister |
The St. Lawrence River connects what two bodies of water? | The Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean |
What was the main economic activity of the Atlantic Region in the past? | Fishing |
Describe the St. Lawrence lowlands | Very small region that includes southern tips of Ontario and Quebec. 50% of population |
the Prairie Plains region is also known as | Canada's breadbasket |
What is the largest city in Canada? | Toronto |
Much of Canada's wealth comes from? | its wide range of natural resources |