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Unit Three Review Social Studies

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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  
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16. What was the name of the French Explorer who established the first permanent settlement in Canada?   Samuel de Champlain  
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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  
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What did England pass in 1774 for Canada and what did it do?   Quebec Act- allowed the French to keep their language and laws  
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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  
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What is the British North American Act of 1867?   It created the Dominion of Canada making it a self-governing nation  
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What was the role of the British in the government after Canada became a dominion?   It still controlled foreign affairs  
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What happened to Canada in 1982?   Canada’s Independence was complete it received total authority to govern  
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How many provinces and territories does Canada have?   10 provinces 3 territories  
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What is the major difference between a province and a territory?   Provinces are able to vote to make changes to the constitution  
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What are the official languages of Canada?   French and English  
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26. Who do the citizens vote for in Canada’s national government?   House of Commons  
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Who is the chief executive of Canada?   Prime Minister  
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What is the Cabinet?   Group of people who advise the Prime Minister  
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The St. Lawrence River connects what two bodies of water?   The Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean  
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What was the main economic activity of the Atlantic Region in the past?   Fishing  
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Describe the St. Lawrence lowlands   Very small region that includes southern tips of Ontario and Quebec. 50% of population  
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the Prairie Plains region is also known as   Canada's breadbasket  
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What is the largest city in Canada?   Toronto  
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Much of Canada's wealth comes from?   its wide range of natural resources  
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