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Q31. When did the British North America Act come into effect?

 

Ans.July 1, 1867.

 

Q32. Why is the British North America Act important in Canadian history?

 

Ans.Because of this law Canada became an independent state.

 
Q.33.Which four provinces first formed the Confederation?
 
Ans. Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick.
 

Q.34. List each province and territory and tell when each one joined Confederation?

 

List In 1870 - (Manitoba, NW territory)

In 1871 - ( British Columbia)

In 1873 - ( P.E.I)

In 1898 - (Yukon)

In 1905 - (Alberta, Saskatchewan)

In 1949 - ( Newfoundland)

In 1999 - Nunavut

 

Q.35. Which was the last province to join Canada?

 

Ans. Newfoundland.

 

Q.36. When is Canada Day and what does it celebrate?

 

Ans.July 1, it celebrates Independence day.

 

Q.37.Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada?

 

Ans. Sir. John.A.McDonald.

 

Q.38. Why is the Constitution Act of 1982 important in Canadian history?

 

Ans. It allows us to change our Constitution without asking British government for approval.

 

Q.39.What is the part of the Constitution that legally protects the basic rights and freedom of all Canadians?

 

Ans. Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

 

Q.40. When did the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms become part of the Canadian Constitution?

 

Ans. In 1982.

 

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