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Why did the British establish colonies in the land they won after defeating the French settlers in 1759?
Why did the British establish colonies in the land they won after defeating the French settlers in 1759?
Due to the threat of American takeover, Changing British Attitudes, New trade links needed, and Better trade = better transportation required.
When did Canada become a nation?
When did Canada become a nation?
1867
Name the four original provinces of Canada in 1867.
Name the four original provinces of Canada in 1867.
New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, and Ontario
What was the demographic of the population in Canada in the 19th century?
What was the demographic of the population in Canada in the 19th century?
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Why did Ottawa promise to build a transcontinental highway to convince British Columbia to join Canada?
Why did Ottawa promise to build a transcontinental highway to convince British Columbia to join Canada?
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What caused a shift of workers from farms to city factories in Canada?
What caused a shift of workers from farms to city factories in Canada?
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How much did Canada's urban population increase from 1901 to 1911?
How much did Canada's urban population increase from 1901 to 1911?
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Why did Canada's cities face challenges like poor planning and lack of public services in the early 20th century?
Why did Canada's cities face challenges like poor planning and lack of public services in the early 20th century?
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What significant event occurred in 1903 related to transportation?
What significant event occurred in 1903 related to transportation?
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Which inventor's creation led to a change in how people communicated over long distances?
Which inventor's creation led to a change in how people communicated over long distances?
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In what year did the bicycle become a common form of transportation for the masses?
In what year did the bicycle become a common form of transportation for the masses?
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Which new technology made the world feel smaller by enabling people to communicate instantly over long distances?
Which new technology made the world feel smaller by enabling people to communicate instantly over long distances?
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What innovation from 1901 had an impact on international communication?
What innovation from 1901 had an impact on international communication?
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