Schools and School Rules
Who had access to education during this time period? Was it either: a) both boys and girls, b) both boys and girls who were wealthy, c) only boys, d) only girls who are wealthy.
b) both boys and girls who were wealthy
True or False: The District School Act was passed in 1816?
False, it was passed in 1807.
Who fought against each other in the War of 1812?
The United States and their Indigenous Allies against The United Kingdom and their BNA Allies
Where was the first school in Canada (that we discussed)?
St John's, Ontario
When was the General Board of Education established?
a) 1823
b) 1807
c) 1812
d) 1824
a) 1823
What industry took over the fur trade?
Timber
Where was the first school in Canada (that we discussed)?
St. John's, Ontario
How many districts were included in the Common School Act?
10
What province did the Black Loyalists settle in?
Nova Scotia
Why was literacy taught in schools?
a) to promote strict moral and religious values by reading the Bible
b) so that students could read important historic documents
c) so that students could communicate better
d) to teach communication, personal and social, and thinking skills
A) to promote strict moral and religious values by reading the Bible
Why wasn't the District School Act received well to some people?
It only focused on wealthy families, school wasn't accessible for everyone
What resulted from the War of 1812? Select all that apply.
a) Increased European settlement in Canada.
b) Canada and the United States became allies
c) Canada gained independence from Britain
d) Indigenous peoples were seen as an impediment to settlement in Canada
A and D
Who was the first teacher at Canada's first school?
Samuel Birdsall
When the Common School Act was established, how many students did a community need in order to have a school?
20 or more
What do you think was the biggest issue or challenged in early schooling?
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