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100

What is a pluralistic society 

A pluralistic society is a diverse community where multiple distinct ethnic, religious, cultural, or political groups coexist peacefully.

100

what was a shared belief among the Mi'kmaq, haudenosaunee, and anishinabe? 

That all things are connected. Humans are not superior to nature, but a part of it, and we have to take care of nature only take what we need 

100

What was the Great Peace of Montreal 

The Great Peace of Montreal was a 1701 agreement that ended years of conflict between the French and many First Nations groups and established peace and cooperation in New France.

100

What was one result of the Great Migration

One result of the Great Migration was that thousands of Loyalists settled in British North America, increasing the population and creating new communities.

100

why did so many people move to British Columbia during the 1850s? 

GOLD RUSH 

200

What is Mercantilism

Colonies were viewed as a source of cheap, abundant raw resources (e.g., lumber, tobacco, sugar, furs, and cotton). These materials were shipped back to Europe to be used in manufacturing. [1, 2]

200

Which nation was known as canadas first farming peoples 

Haudenosaunee 

200

What was the Royal Proclamation 

The Great Peace of Montreal was a treaty signed in 1701 that brought peace between the French and many First Nations groups in New France.

200

What was the long term result of the war of 1812 for Canada? 

A long-term result of the War of 1812 was that Canada remained separate from the United States and developed a stronger sense of national identity.

200

What was the main reason B.C joined confederation in 1871? 

because Canada promised to build a transcontinental railway connecting B.C. to the rest of the country.

300

Define ethnocentrism 

the belief that one's own ethnic group, nationality, or culture is superior to all others,

300

What was the role of Haudenosaunee women in their culture ?

Haudenosaunee women were the backbone of their society, serving as life-givers, educators, and political leaders.

300

What was a major effect of the quebec act of 1774 

A major effect of the Quebec Act of 1774 was that it allowed French Canadians to keep their language, religion, and civil laws.

300

What was political deadlock in the Province of Canada caused by? 

Political deadlock in the Province of Canada was caused by Canada East and Canada West having equal representation and often disagreeing on important issues. 

300

Why did P.E.I join confederation in 1873 ? 

mainly because it was struggling with debt from building its railway and needed financial support from Canada.

400

What is a "responsible government'

Responsible government is a democratic system where leaders who make daily decisions must answer directly to elected representatives.

400

How did the haudenosaunee help Cartier's expedition 

helping aid against scurvy and made trades with them. they had knowledge of the land and helped the europeans navigate 

400
What was a major reason for the War of 1812 between Britain and the U.S 

A major reason for the War of 1812 was that the United States wanted to expand its territory and was upset by British interference with American trade and ships.

400

what event in 1816 marked the first major armed conflict involving the Metis? 

the Battle of Seven Oaks in 1816,

400

Why did canada want more immigrants in the late 1800s and early 1900s? 

because it needed people to settle the West, build farms, and help grow the economy.

500

define federalism

Federalism is a system of government where power is shared between one big central government and smaller local governments

500

Why did samuel de champlain form alliances with the First Nations? 

Samuel de Champlain formed alliances with First Nations to help the French explore the land, trade furs, and establish successful settlements in North America.

500

What did the constitutional act of 1791 do? 

The Constitutional Act of 1791 divided the Province of Quebec into Upper Canada and Lower Canada and gave each colony its own government.

500

what was one major purpose of the North West Mounted Police? 

to keep law and order in the Canadian West and maintain peace during settlement and expansion.

500

Define a push vs pull factor ? 

A push factor is something that forces or encourages people to leave their home country (like war, poverty, or lack of jobs), while a pull factor is something that attracts people to move to a new place (like job opportunities, safety, or better living conditions).