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Who served as the leader of the Clear Grits in the 1860s?
Who served as the leader of the Clear Grits in the 1860s?
- Louis-Joseph Papineau
- Alexander Mackenzie
- John A. Macdonald
- George Brown (correct)
Which program was primarily supported by the Conservatives in the 1860s?
Which program was primarily supported by the Conservatives in the 1860s?
- Expansion of voting rights
- Unification of British North American colonies (correct)
- Increase in urban development
- Support for indigenous governance
What was a key belief of the Clear Grits regarding government operations?
What was a key belief of the Clear Grits regarding government operations?
- All power should reside with the monarchy
- Only wealthy individuals should have a voice
- Government should be led by British officials
- People should have a voice in government operations (correct)
Which statement accurately describes the Conservative Party's relation to the British monarchy?
Which statement accurately describes the Conservative Party's relation to the British monarchy?
Which group primarily represented urban interests in the 1860s Canadian political landscape?
Which group primarily represented urban interests in the 1860s Canadian political landscape?
What stance did the Parti Bleu take regarding Confederation?
What stance did the Parti Bleu take regarding Confederation?
Which leader is associated with the Parti Rouge?
Which leader is associated with the Parti Rouge?
What was a primary concern of the Parti Rouge regarding Confederation?
What was a primary concern of the Parti Rouge regarding Confederation?
How did the Parti Bleu view the cooperation between French and English in Canada East?
How did the Parti Bleu view the cooperation between French and English in Canada East?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the policy of the Parti Rouge?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the policy of the Parti Rouge?
Study Notes
Political Parties in 1860s Canada
- Four major political parties existed in Canada during the 1860s: Conservatives, Clear Grits, Parti Bleu, and Parti Rouge
- George Brown led the Clear Grits.
- John A. Macdonald led the Conservatives.
Clear Grits
- Advocated for increased citizen participation in government.
- Supported a representative government system based on population size.
Conservatives
- Represented the interests of rural communities.
- Promoted the idea of a united Canada through the Confederation of British North American colonies.
- Demonstrated loyalty to Queen Victoria and maintained strong ties to Britain.
- Played a key role in establishing the Confederation of British North American colonies.
Parti Bleu (Blue Party)
- Led by George-Étienne Cartier
- Supported Confederation, but only if Canada East retained religious and familial laws
- Desired cooperation between French and English Canadians
Parti Rouge (Red Party)
- Led by Antoine-Aimé Dorion
- Opposed Confederation of British North American colonies
- Believed French Canadians would not benefit from Confederation
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Explore the major political parties in Canada during the 1860s, including the Conservatives, Clear Grits, Parti Bleu, and Parti Rouge. This quiz will test your knowledge on their leaders, core philosophies, and contributions to Canada's Confederation. Understand the dynamics and influence of these parties in shaping Canadian governance.
