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When did confederation occur in Canada?
When did confederation occur in Canada?
- 1876
- 1867 (correct)
- 1885
- 1850
Which provinces were part of the original confederation in Canada?
Which provinces were part of the original confederation in Canada?
- Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario, Quebec
- Manitoba, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Alberta
- Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia (correct)
- British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan
What is the significance of the British North America Act in relation to confederation in Canada?
What is the significance of the British North America Act in relation to confederation in Canada?
- It laid the constitutional groundwork for the Dominion of Canada (correct)
- It established the first Canadian parliament
- It granted independence to Canada from British rule
- It defined the official languages of Canada
Flashcards
Confederation in Canada
Confederation in Canada
The union of four provinces (Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia) that formed the Dominion of Canada in 1867.
Original Canadian Provinces
Original Canadian Provinces
The four provinces that formed the Dominion of Canada in 1867: Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia.
British North America Act
British North America Act
The constitutional document that established the Dominion of Canada in 1867, outlining the framework for the new country's governance.
Study Notes
Confederation in Canada
- Canadian Confederation occurred on July 1, 1867.
- The original confederation consisted of four provinces: Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick.
British North America Act
- The British North America Act (BNA Act) was a crucial legislation that established the Dominion of Canada, uniting the original four provinces.
- The BNA Act received royal assent on March 29, 1867, and came into effect on July 1, 1867, marking the birth of modern Canada.
- The Act created a federal system, dividing powers between the central government and the provinces, and laid the foundation for Canada's governance structure.
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Test your knowledge of Canadian history with this quiz on confederation in Canada. Answer questions about the year of confederation, the original provinces involved, and the significance of the British North America Act. Perfect for history buffs and those interested in Canadian politics.
