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What was the primary economic activity in Upper Canada during the pre-Confederation period?
What was the primary economic activity in Upper Canada during the pre-Confederation period?
Which of the following colonies was predominantly French-speaking?
Which of the following colonies was predominantly French-speaking?
What was a significant factor contributing to the social structure in British North America?
What was a significant factor contributing to the social structure in British North America?
What was one of the main benefits of the canal system in British North America?
What was one of the main benefits of the canal system in British North America?
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Which social movement significantly gained traction in response to slavery in British North America?
Which social movement significantly gained traction in response to slavery in British North America?
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What was one of the main crops cultivated in British North America?
What was one of the main crops cultivated in British North America?
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Which of these terms describes a property owner who does not reside on or manage their land?
Which of these terms describes a property owner who does not reside on or manage their land?
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What significant movement involved enslaved African Americans escaping to Canada?
What significant movement involved enslaved African Americans escaping to Canada?
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Which statement best describes the economic focus of the Atlantic Colonies?
Which statement best describes the economic focus of the Atlantic Colonies?
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What was a notable social condition affecting health in British North America?
What was a notable social condition affecting health in British North America?
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Which factor significantly influenced the development of the manufacturing sector in urban areas of BNA?
Which factor significantly influenced the development of the manufacturing sector in urban areas of BNA?
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What role did the Welland Canal play in British North America?
What role did the Welland Canal play in British North America?
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Which term refers to individuals who spread religious beliefs and were often involved in education?
Which term refers to individuals who spread religious beliefs and were often involved in education?
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What was the impact of preferential tariffs on British North America's trade dynamics?
What was the impact of preferential tariffs on British North America's trade dynamics?
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Which group in British North America is described as people of mixed Indigenous and European ancestry?
Which group in British North America is described as people of mixed Indigenous and European ancestry?
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What drove The Great Migration to British North America?
What drove The Great Migration to British North America?
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Study Notes
Life in British North America (BNA) Pre-Confederation
- BNA colonies varied greatly, shaped by geography, economy, and social structures.
- Upper Canada (Ontario) was primarily agricultural with a growing settler population.
- Lower Canada (Quebec) was predominantly French-speaking, focused on agriculture and fur trade.
- Atlantic colonies relied on fishing, shipbuilding, and trade.
- Social hierarchy varied regionally, including landowners, farmers, and laborers.
- Diverse cultural landscape with Indigenous peoples, French, and British settlers.
- Education access was limited, mostly for the wealthy, with some missionary schools for Indigenous groups.
- Poor sanitation and limited medical knowledge contributed to high mortality rates.
- Abolitionist movements grew in response to slavery (Underground Railroad).
Economic Conditions
- Agriculture (wheat, corn, tobacco) was the main economic activity in the colonies.
- Trade, affected by Corn Laws and preferential tariffs, shaped import/export dynamics.
- Manufacturing emerged, particularly in urban areas.
Infrastructure
- Railways spurred economic growth and connected colonies, aiding transportation.
- Canals (e.g., Welland Canal) improved trade routes.
- Steam power boosted transportation and manufacturing efficiency.
Key Historical Events
- Underground Railroad helped enslaved African Americans escape to Canada.
- Great Migration saw movement from British Isles to BNA for better opportunities.
Important Terms
- Absentee Landlord: Landowner who didn't live on or manage their property.
- Métis: Mixed Indigenous and European ancestry, especially in western provinces.
- Abolitionist: Advocate for ending slavery.
- Missionary: Spread religious beliefs, often involved in education/social reform.
- Preferential Tariffs: Lower tariffs for specific countries to encourage trade.
- Monopoly: Complete control over a product/service.
- Import: Goods brought into a country.
- Export: Goods sent out of a country.
- Corn Laws: British tariffs on imported grain.
- Manufacturing: Production of goods.
Study Preparation
- Master definitions through matching exercises.
- Review key events and impacts.
- Complete fill-in-the-blank exercises.
- Prepare short answers explaining the Underground Railroad and Great Migration.
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Description
Explore the diverse colonies of British North America prior to Confederation. From agricultural practices in Upper Canada to the cultural influences in Lower Canada and the Atlantic colonies, this quiz highlights the economic activities, social structures, and significant movements of the time.
