Societal Shifts
A series of severe droughts causes people in a rural society to change the crops they typically grow. What caused this societal shift?
Environmental changes
Which Canadian province is known for it's mountainous terrain and large coastline? List 2 resources this area focuses on.
British Columbia - fisheries and lumber/ forestry
In what year was the Habeas Corpus Act passed?
1679
In what year was the Magna Carta signed?
1215
In what year was the Bill of Rights passed?
1689
A large number of Ukrainian immigrants moved to Canada in the early 1900's. Their culture, foods, traditions and Arts are still seen here today. What caused this societal shift?
Movement of people
Which Canadian provinces (2) are known for their flat plains? What resources do they focus on?
Alberta and Saskatchewan - Oil and Gas
Which pillar/ principle of democracy would the Habeas Corpus Act be most closely tied to?
Justice
The Magna Carta translates to what, in English?
The Great Charter
This document was crucial in limiting the powers of the __________________.
Monarchy (king/ queen)
A new high speed train is created, connecting communities and allowing people to travel farther distances for work. What caused this societal shift?
Innovation (invention)
What 2 provinces are most densely populated?
Ontario and Quebec
In Canada, the right to challenge unlawful detention is enshrined in the _____________________________.
Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
The Magna Carta removed some power from the King and increased power for the ________________, who initiated the document.
barons
This document was crucial in formalizing the rights of __________ and _____________.
Parliament (government) and citizens
A student decided to improve the school recycling program so that we are able to better recycle plastic and glass at school. Other schools liked the idea and now the school in the community are producing far less garbage. What caused this societal shift.
Ideas
Which regions are most sparsely populated and deal with harsh climates? What is their government focus?
Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon - healthcare and education
The term "Habeas Corpus", translated to English means______________.
" you shall have the body"
One of the key provisions of the Magna Carta was 'the rule of law." Explain what this means.
Everyone, including the king was governed by the same rules and laws applied to all equally.
The rights to free elections and free speech are protected under the _________________________.
Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
List the 5 reasons we examined in our skits that may cause societal shifts.
Environmental changes
Movement of people (migration)
Individuals (or groups)
Ideas
Innovations
The governments of Ontario and Quebec focus heavily on __________ and ______________.
Infrastructure and Industrial Development
List 2 of the key provisions of the Habeas Corpus Act
Any of the following:
• Right to Challenge Imprisonment: The Act allowed individuals to challenge their detention in court.
• Prompt Court Appearance: It required that a person detained must be brought before a judge quickly.
• Protection Against Unlawful Detention: The Act ensured that no one could be held in prison without a valid reason.
• Requirement for Specific Charges: The Act required that specific charges must be presented to justify detention, preventing vague or unjustified imprisonment.
List 3 key provisions of the Magna Carta
Any of the following:
• Rule of Law: The Magna Carta established that everyone, including the king, must follow the law.
• Right to Fair Trial: It introduced the idea that no one could be imprisoned or punished without a fair trial.
• Protection of Property: The Magna Carta protected the rights of landowners by stating that their property could not be taken away without legal procedures.
• Consent to Taxation: The Magna Carta required the king to obtain the consent of his barons before imposing taxes. This principle laid the groundwork for the idea that taxation should only occur with the approval of the people’s representatives.
List 2 of the key provisions of the Bill of Rights.
Any of the following:
• Free Elections: The Bill of Rights ensured that members of Parliament would be freely elected, without interference from the monarchy. This principle is a cornerstone of democratic governance, where the people choose their representatives.
• Free Speech in Parliament: The Bill of Rights granted members of Parliament the right to speak freely during parliamentary debates, without fear of retribution from the king or queen. This right is essential for open and honest political discourse.
• Limitations on the Monarchy: The Bill of Rights imposed strict limits on the powers of the monarchy, preventing the king or queen from suspending laws, levying taxes, or maintaining an army without Parliament's consent.