Vocabulary
An American belief that it was the right of the US to take control of all of North America
Manifest Destiny
It was a British policy favoring trade with colonies; its repeal led to economic hardships and pushed colonies toward Confederation.
Colonial Preference
What was Canada referred to as before 1867?
British North America
What year was the Dominion of Canada created?
1867
The framework for Confederation developed at the Quebec Conference.
What were the Seventy-Two Resolutions?
An original, first-hand account or evidence created during the time of an event.
Primary Source
Explain how the Fenians were a reason for Confederation?
Irish-American nationalists who launched raids into British North America to retaliate against Britain for its rule over Ireland.Need for defense
Which colony had the highest population before Confederation?
Canada West (Ontario)
The group of politicians who attended the Confederation Conferences are known as
The Fathers of Confederation
The purpose of this conference was to discuss a Maritime union and later Confederation
Charlottetown Conference
A situation where no progress is made due to disagreements.
Political deadlock
What was the primary concern of Canada East about Confederation?
Losing their French language, culture, and religion in an English-dominated union.
Name two major industries in the Atlantic colonies.
Shipbuilding, fishing, or lumber.
These colonies attended the conferences but chose not to join Confederation
Newfoundland and Prince Edward Island.
The creation of the Seventy-Two Resolutions was an outcome at this conference
Quebec Conference
A statement recognizing traditional Indigenous territories.
Land Acknowledgement
Why was the railway essential for defense?
It allowed quick movement of troops and supplies to defend against potential U.S. or Fenian attacks.
This became a colony in 1858 due to fears of US taking over during the Gold Rush
British Columbia
Who wrote the majority of the Seventy-Two Resolutions, and why?
John A. Macdonald, due to his background in constitutional law.
Which colonies participated in the London Conference (and joined Confederation)?
Canada East, Canada West, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia.
It allocates seats in government based on population size.
Representation by Population
Due to its geographic isolation, the railway offered limited economic benefits for this colony
Prince Edward Island
The document that documented the impacts of residential schools
Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Report.
The Absentee Landlord problem was an issue in this colony
PEI
These groups were not included in the Confederation discussions
Women and Indigenous Peoples