Canadian History 1800s Quiz
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What was one of the primary outcomes of the mechanization process in the late 1800s?

  • Reduced demand for factory workers
  • Increase in manual labor across farms
  • Faster production of goods (correct)
  • Decline in factory productivity
  • Which of the following accurately describes the working class conditions during this period?

  • Safe and well-regulated working environments
  • Dangerous working conditions with poor living conditions (correct)
  • Ample workers' rights and protections
  • High wages and comfortable housing
  • What was the focus of the National Policy introduced in 1879?

  • Agricultural reform to enhance rural farming
  • Maintenance of high federal powers over provincial issues
  • Economic recovery through infrastructure and immigration (correct)
  • Strict reduction of tariffs to promote trade
  • What event established Canada’s first constitution?

    <p>The British North America Act of 1867</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompted many farmers to emigrate to urban areas or the United States between 1850 and 1890?

    <p>Increased mechanization reducing the need for farm labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What basic lifestyle is associated with Survival Nationalism?

    <p>Farming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary reason for the outbreak of the Boer War?

    <p>Conflict over gold-rich territories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the response of French-Canadian nationalists to Canada’s involvement in the Boer War?

    <p>They opposed involvement in the war.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main goal of the Naval Bill proposed by Laurier in 1910?

    <p>To create a Canadian Navy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group favored direct financial assistance to the British Empire instead of forming a Canadian Navy?

    <p>English Imperialists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main outcome of the Act of Union in 1840?

    <p>It established a single legislative assembly for Upper and Lower Canada.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of the Bagot Commission's establishment of reserves in 1851?

    <p>It led to a focus on farming by settling Indigenous peoples in specific areas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which major political change occurred in Canada in 1848?

    <p>The establishment of responsible government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the economic effect of the abolition of preferential tariffs in 1846?

    <p>It harmed timber and wheat exports.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Reciprocity Treaty signed between 1854-1864?

    <p>To establish free trade between British North American Colonies and the United States.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which notable event occurred in 1849 regarding Canadian political developments?

    <p>The burning of the Montreal Parliament building.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the reformers responsible for achieving responsible government in 1848?

    <p>Baldwin and Lafontaine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the official language in the legislative assembly created by the Act of Union?

    <p>English, with French allowed in debates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant factor that contributed to the dairy industry's growth at the end of the 19th century?

    <p>Mechanization of production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Ultramontanism advocate regarding the role of the Catholic Church?

    <p>Complete involvement in societal aspects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated the Métis to participate in the Red River Rebellion?

    <p>Fear of losing their land and culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ideology promotes the unity of French people in Quebec?

    <p>French Canadian Nationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a result of Riel's execution?

    <p>Increased protests in French Canadian Nationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did imperialists in Canada believe regarding language and religion?

    <p>English should be the official language and Protestantism the official religion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Wilfrid Laurier's contributions to Canadian society?

    <p>Encouraging unity between French and English Canadians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which advocate promoted the idea of France as a distinct nation within Canada?

    <p>Henri Bourassa</p> Signup and view all the answers

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