Meet Three of Canada’s First Nations AND European Explorers
What are dodems in Haudenosaunee society?
Clans
Which colony had a centralized government controlled by France?
New France
Who were Loyalists loyal to?
What were major triggers of the Great Migration?
Job loss, the Industrial Revolution, and famine
What concern did Sir John A. Macdonald express about Confederation?
Protecting French Canadian rights
What ability was most important when First Nations chose their leaders?
Putting the welfare of the land and community first
How did British colonists generally view First Nations? How did French colonists generally view First Nations?
British= As obstacles to settlement
French= As partners and allies
What movement did the Patriots support?
Patriots supported the rebellion and wanted to break away from Britain
What is the Industrial Revolution?
Many people lost their jobs as machines began to replace humans in the workplace
Which provinces feared losing independence by joining Confederation?
Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, and Prince Edward Island
What was a similarity shared by the Mi’kmaq, Anishinabe, and Haudenosaunee?
They used oral history to teach lessons
Why did the French want alliances with First Nations?
To support trade and resource gathering
The Loyalists ended up settling in...
Quebec and Nova Scotia
Why did many people leave Britain during the Great Migration?
Poor living conditions and lack of opportunity
What issue is shown by equal seats for Canada East and Canada West?
Political deadlock
What economic system made the home country rich using colonial resources?
Mercantilism
What treaty ended the Seven Years’ War?
Treaty of Paris
How did the War of 1812 help shape Canada’s identity?
It united Canadiens, First Nations, and the British against the Americans
What is the definition of famine?
A shortage of food leading to starvation for many people
What is confederation?
An agreement between some colonies of BNA to join together
Which French explorer is associated with early exploration of Canada?
Samuel de Champlain
Why did Britain require Acadians to take the Oath of Allegiance?
Britain feared war with France and wanted Acadian support. Under the Oath of Allegiance, Acadians had to fight for Britain rather than staying neutral
Which war led to fighting and the burning of the American Presidential Mansion?
The War of 1812
What type of government allowed powerful families to control decisions?
Colonial government
What threat does Uncle Sam represent to young Canada?
American annexation