7 year war
Who was at war?
Britain and France
What was the result of the American Revolution?
They gained their independence and became their own country.
What is a refugee?
An individual forced to flee their home country due to a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or social group membership
What was the purpose of the burning of Washington?
In retaliation for burning York (Toronto), the British troops went to Washington to seize the capital. It was a sign that they were strong.
Who was the British General during the Battle of the Plains of Abraham?
General James Wolfe
Who was the first president of America?
George Washington
Which country was in control of Upper Canada?
The British Canadians
Who was Laura Secord, and what did she do?
After hearing American plans for a surprise attack on the British fort at Beaver Dams, Laura ran through the woods 32 km, overnight, to warn the British of the upcoming attack.
What were the people of New France called?
Canadiens
What do the patriots want?
They want freedom from Britain and America to be independent.
Which country was in control of Lower Canada?
The French Canadiens
Who won the Battle of Queenston Heights, and who was the General?
It was a clear British victory, but resulted in the death of General Isaac Brock.
Why was the Royal Proclamation important for First Nations?
Land set-aside for First Nations
First Nations maintain rights to their land unless sold or signed away by treaty
Hunting rights
No settlement on First Nations land
What did the Loyalists want?
To stay with Britain and be under British rule.
Who did the Loyalists mainly consist of?
Loyalists included Africans, Haudenousaunee and German Mennonites. As well as other members from the 13 colonies.
Where did the battle of Queenston Heights take place?
The first major Battle of the War of 1812, taking place in Upper Canada (Ontario).
Why was the Quebec Act instated?
Rebellion brewing in the 13 Colonies against Britain.
Worried about the Canadiens rebelling the same as 13 colonies
Why did the American Revolution start?
They wanted freedom from Britain and independence. The protest began in opposition to taxes (remember, Britain was in debt because of the Seven Years War)
What did the constitutional act do?
Divided Quebec into Upper and Lower Canada. Set aside lands for Protestant churches and guaranteed the Canadiens' rights to the Catholic Church
Upper and Lower Canada had “representative government.”
What was the Treaty of Ghent?
Signed between the Americans and British, bringing an end to the War of 1812. Land and borders returned to pre-War status.