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Francophone Population and Language Protection Debate

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What was the main reason for the increase in the Francophone population in Canada?

Families being large

Why did Cartier advocate for bilingualism in Canada?

To ensure equality between Francophones and Anglophones

How did Québec protect the Anglophone minority within its province?

By making English an official language, providing Anglophone schools and hospitals

Why were Francophone minorities in other provinces disappointed?

They were not treated the same way as Anglophones in Québec Signup and view all the answers

What were some challenges faced by the colony of Canada that prevented progress?

Disagreements on transportation, taxes, language differences, and different beliefs and values. Signup and view all the answers

What were some challenges faced by the Atlantic colonies and the colony of Canada in terms of trade and defense?

Difficulties in trading due to different currencies, rules, and measurements; concerns about defense against potential takeover by the United States. Signup and view all the answers

Why was it difficult for the small colonies to defend themselves against potential takeover?

Lack of troops, transportation, and unified defense strategies. Signup and view all the answers

What were the main language groups and where did they predominantly reside in the colony of Canada?

Anglophones lived mainly in 'Canada West,' and Francophones lived mainly in 'Canada East.' Signup and view all the answers

What was George-Étienne Cartier's dream for the new land?

To protect his people’s language, religion, culture, and identity; provide new opportunities and jobs in the cities of Canada; and spread west into the lands first opened by Francophone explorers. Signup and view all the answers

Why were the Canadiens concerned about joining the other English-speaking colonies?

They were concerned about losing their language, culture, and identity by joining the English-speaking colonies. Signup and view all the answers

How did George-Étienne Cartier assure the Canadiens about their identity within the new country?

He promised that the French language would be protected by Confederation. Signup and view all the answers

What was the concern regarding the growth of the Canadiens' population?

The number of Canadiens was not growing very quickly. Signup and view all the answers