Current Events
Why is Facebook facing criticism?
Due to allowing young teenagers to be insecure about there looks
Who controlled the residential school system?
They were operated by certain churches and religious organizations and administered and funded by the federal government.
Were fish were in great demand during the 16th century?
Yes
What is the most famous trade route of all time?
The Silk Road
Who was the Prime Minister before Justin Trudeau?
Stephan Harper
Who is the current president of Ukraine?
c) Volodymyr Zelenskyy
What was the purpose of residential schools?
To assimilate indigenous people into society.
Why were beaver pelts in such great demand?
You could make a luxurious hat, waterproof, with a incredible sheen.
What are Canada's 3 largest trading partners?
United States
China
United Kingdom
When was the first election in Canada held?
From August 7th to September 20th 1867
Why is plastic in ocean bad?
Because they don't biodegrade so they will break up into pieces and are consumed by fish and sea mammals
How were children treated at residential schools?
Children were physically and mentally abused. They were separated from there family and were forbidden to speak there language.
On May 2nd 1670 what fur trading company was founded by the British?
The Hudson Bay Company
What are the three busiest shipping routes Asia?
Asia-US
Asia-Europe
Asia-Intra
What are the major 4 political parties?
Liberal Party
Conservative Party
The Russo Ukrainian war began when Russia invaded the following Ukrainian region in 2014?
Crimea
When was the last residential school closed?
1996
What happened after the French were defeated by the British during the Seven Years war?
The French lost nearly all of their territory in North America.
When did global trade kick off in the age of discovery?
It kicked off in the 15th century when European explorers connected East and West and accidently came across the Americas
Who was the longest lasting Prime Minister in Canada?
Mackenzie King
What country is reported to have 0 Covid 19 cases?
North Korea
When did the Canadian government publicly apologize for residential schools?
June 11th 2008
When did globalization begin?
Many scholars claim it started with Columbus's voyage to the New World in 1492
When were long distance trade routes developed?
During the Chalcolithic Period
What is the longest lasting party in Canada?
The Liberal Party