Which law restricted the freedom to choose the language of education?
______________________________
At the beginning of the 20th century the Dominion of Canada was a part of the British Empire, with the status of a colony.
Which of the following statements expresses a desire to maintain the link with England?
A) "... The nation we wish to build is the French Canadian nation ..."- J.P. Trudel
B) "... We owe England nothing; Canadians must remain faithful to their nation ...". Henri Bourassa
C) "... The powers of the central parliament flow from the provinces which are the source of all legislative authority ...". Honor Mercier
D) "When Britain is at war, Canada is at war.". Sir Wilfrid Laurier
Why did the West expand so rapidly after 1896?:
In what years were World War One? :
The main nationalities that immigrated west were:
Who coined the term "Canada's Century"?
At the beginning of the 20th century, two new provinces, Saskatchewan and Alberta, joined Confederation.
WHAT LED TO THE CREATION OF THESE TWO NEW PROVINCES?
A) A large influx of European immigrants
B) The Gold Rush in the Yukon
C) The arrival of the Loyalists
D) The flow of population from eastern Canada towards the West
WHICH STATEMENT DESCRIBES CANADA'S POLITICAL CONTEXT BETWEEN 1900 AND 1920?
A) Economic prosperity led to the creation of Canadian Confederation.
B) The hanging of Louis Riel angered English Canada.
C) Economic prosperity gave Quebec women access to important ministerial positions in the federal cabinet.
D) Canada was recognized internationally as a result of its involvement in the First World War.
At the end of the 19th century, Britain sought to increase its military power and strengthen colonial ties within the Empire. English Canadians and French Canadians were divided on this issue.
HOW DID CANADIANS OF BRITISH ORIGIN REACT TO BRITAIN'S DEMAND FOR MILITARY AID ?
A) They wanted Canada to distance itself from Britain and act as a sovereign country.
B) They no longer considered themselves members of the British Empire. They were Canadian citizens and the interests of their country came first.
C) They considered themselves members of the British Empire. Britain was their motherland and Canada had an obligation to give military and economic support in times of need.
D) They believed the European powers should resolve their own conflicts. Canada should strengthen its ties with the United States.
