Canadian History: Founding and Growth

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What was the primary objective of Pierre Trudeau's government with regards to the Canadian Constitution?

To establish a republic

To abolish the monarchy

To adopt the American Constitution

To repatriate the Constitution from British control (correct)

The FLQ Crisis led to the immediate separation of Quebec from Canada.

False

What was the name of the series of hockey games between Canada and Russia in the 1970s?

Canada-Russia hockey series

The Charter of Rights and Freedoms was introduced by Prime Minister _______________________.

Pierre Trudeau Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Prime Ministers with their notable policies or events:

Pierre Trudeau = Repatriation of the Canadian Constitution and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms Brian Mulroney = Free Trade Agreement with the United States Jean Chretien = Defeat of the Quebec secession referendum Stephen Harper = Withdrawal from the Kyoto Protocol Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary cause of the division within the Conservative party after Brian Mulroney?

Disagreement over the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered one of the founding fathers of Canada?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

The Great War did not have a significant impact on Canada.

False Signup and view all the answers

What were the main causes of World War I?

The main causes of World War I were imperialism, nationalism, and militarism, which ultimately led to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and the declaration of war. Signup and view all the answers

The _______________ was established in the aftermath of World War II to promote international cooperation and prevent future wars.

United Nations Signup and view all the answers

Match the following leaders with their respective countries during World War II:

Adolf Hitler = Germany Benito Mussolini = Italy Joseph Stalin = Russia Winston Churchill = United Kingdom Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the establishment of the Iron Curtain?

The spread of communism in Eastern Europe Signup and view all the answers

The Korean War was a significant conflict for Canada.

True Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the significant changes that occurred in Canada during the post-war years?

Some of the significant changes that occurred in Canada during the post-war years included increased immigration, suburbanization, and social and cultural changes, such as the rise of youth culture and the women's liberation movement. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Unit One: A Country is Formed

Founding fathers of Canada: unknown, but key figures include John A. MacDonald and Wilfrid Laurier
Dates of founding: unknown, but key events include the formation of provinces
Original provinces: unknown, but key provinces included Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick
John A. MacDonald's successes: became first Prime Minister of Canada, united provinces
John A. MacDonald's challenges: faced opposition from Wilfrid Laurier
Wilfrid Laurier's successes: became Prime Minister of Canada, promoted national unity
Wilfrid Laurier's challenges: faced opposition from John A. MacDonald
Challenges faced by Indigenous people: loss of land, cultural suppression

Unit Two: Canada Grows Up

Causes of WWI: complex, but included imperialism, nationalism, militarism
Two sides of WWI: Allied Powers (France, Britain, Russia) and Central Powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary)
Canadian contributions in WWI: fought alongside Britain, contributed troops
Robert Borden's leadership: led Canada through WWI, introduced conscription
Effect of WWI on Canada: increased nationalism, contributed to growth of Canadian identity

Unit Three: Canada in the Interwar Years

Economic swings in the 1920s and 30s: prosperity in 20s, depression in 30s
Reasons for economic swings: global events, overproduction, protectionism
Results of economic swings: high unemployment, poverty
Changes to Canada's Foreign Policy: became more independent from Britain
New political parties: Communist Party, Social Credit Party
Attempts to solve economic crisis: government intervention, public works projects

Unit Four: Canada and World War Two

Establishment of dictatorships: Russia (Stalin), Italy (Mussolini), Germany (Hitler)
Steps to war: appeasement, aggression, invasion of Poland
Canadian contributions to WWII: fought alongside Allies, contributed troops
Effect of WWII on Canada: increased nationalism, contributed to growth of Canadian identity
The Holocaust: genocide of Jews and other minorities by Nazi Germany
Significance of D-Day: turning point in WWII, Allied victory

Unit Five: The Post-War Years (1945-1982)

Changes in Canada: increased immigration, suburbanization, cultural changes
Post-WWII prosperity: economic boom, increase in standard of living
Iron Curtain: division of Europe into Eastern and Western blocs
Factors leading to Iron Curtain: fear of communism, Soviet Union's actions
United Nations: international organization promoting peace and cooperation
NATO vs. Warsaw Pact: military alliances during the Cold War
Korean War: conflict between North and South Korea, Canada contributed troops
Diefenbaker and Pearson's visions for Canada: differed on issues like foreign policy
Quiet Revolution in Quebec: modernization and secularization of Quebec
Trudeau's vision for Canada: bilingualism, multiculturalism
FLQ Crisis: terrorist crisis in Quebec, challenged Trudeau's leadership
Economic challenges facing Canada: high inflation, high unemployment
Trudeau's alienation of western Canadians: National Energy Program

Unit Six: Modern Canada (1982-2022)

Pierre Trudeau's worldview: anti-communist, promoted Canadian independence
Repatriation of the constitution: brought constitution under Canadian control
Charter of Rights and Freedoms: enshrined individual rights in law
Pierre Trudeau's legacy: promoted Canadian unity, bilingualism
Brian Mulroney's worldview: pro-free trade, pro-American
Division within the Conservative party: split between Mulroney and opponents
Events and accomplishments of the 1990s: free trade agreements, economic growth
Quebec's threat to leave Confederation: motivated by desire for greater autonomy
9/11: terrorist attacks in the US, led to War on Terror
Stephen Harper's policies: conservative, pro-American
Challenges faced by Canada: Indigenous issues, climate change

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Explore the founding of Canada, its early growth, and the country's role in World War I. Learn about the founding fathers, original provinces, and key figures like John A. MacDonald and Wilfrid Laurier.