Grade 8 Unit 2 quiz

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What was the main motivation behind imperialism?

To acquire and rule over other countries (correct)

To promote cultural diversity

To promote peace and understanding

To strengthen economic ties with other nations

Why did the British ask Canada to help in the Boer War?

To gain control over Canada's natural resources

To gain allies to fight alongside them (correct)

To punish Canada for its loyalty to the British Empire

To strengthen Canada's military presence in Africa

What was the significance of the Boer War in history?

It was a significant event in Canadian military history (correct)

It led to Canada's independence from Britain

It marked the beginning of World War I

It was the first war fought on African soil

Why did some Canadians support Britain during the Boer War?

Because they were loyal to the British Empire Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Boer War on Canada's involvement in other wars?

It marked the beginning of Canada's involvement in international conflicts Signup and view all the answers

What was the attitude of people who believed in imperialism?

That non-European cultures would eventually disappear Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Laurier's decision to ask for Canadian Volunteers to fight in the Boer War?

Approximately 7000 Canadians volunteered to fight Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Canadian troops fighting in the Boer War?

It was the first time a large group of Canadians fought overseas Signup and view all the answers

What was the British government's request to Canada in 1908?

To contribute money to build up the British navy Signup and view all the answers

How did Canada respond to the British government's request in 1908?

Canada refused to contribute and built its own navy Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the gold discovery in the Klondike on the relationship between Canada and the United States?

It led to a significant increase in American prospectors coming to Canada Signup and view all the answers

What was the requirement for prospectors to cross into Canada during the Klondike gold rush?

They had to have one year's supply of food Signup and view all the answers

What was the estimated number of prospectors that traveled through Canada between 1897 and 1898?

20,000 to 30,000 Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary concern of the federal government during the Gold Rush?

Maximizing resources extraction Signup and view all the answers

What was formed in 1898 as a result of the Gold Rush?

The Yukon Territory Signup and view all the answers

What led to the settlement of the Alaska Boundary Claims in 1903?

The land dispute since 1867 Signup and view all the answers

Why was Canada unable to negotiate a settlement of the border on its own?

Because it was a Dominion of Britain Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the Gold Rush for First Nations in the Yukon?

Environmental degradation and resource depletion Signup and view all the answers

What resulted from the Gold Rush in terms of Canadian nationalism?

An increase in nationalism Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Late 1800s Canada

Many Canadians believed that keeping a close connection to the British Empire was the best option for Canada.
Others believed that Canada should strengthen its ties with the United States.
At the time, Britain and other countries, such as Germany and the United States, were pursuing a policy of imperialism.

Imperialism

Imperialism is the act of acquiring and ruling over other countries by means of economic, cultural, or military means.
Imperialism was driven by discrimination and racism, with many people believing in the notion of a superior culture.
This led to the belief that non-European cultures would eventually disappear because they were seen as primitive and in need of European ideas and technology.

Victory Day

Victory Day is a formal Canadian holiday celebrated in May each year.
The significance of Victoria Day is not specified in the text, but it continues to be celebrated in Canada.

Britain Calls Canada to War

In 1899, Britain and the Boers (settlers of Dutch descent in southern Africa) began a war with one another.
Britain asked Canada to help, and many Canadians were eager to join the war effort.
Laurier decided not to impose conscription, instead asking for Canadian Volunteers to fight in the Boer War.

Historical Significance

Approximately 7000 English Canadian, First Nations, and Metis men volunteered to serve in the Boer War.
This was the first time a large group of Canadians left to fight overseas.

Canada's Navy

In 1908, the British government asked its dominions (partially self-governing nations such as Canada and Australia) to contribute money to build up its navy.
Canada refused and instead proposed that Canada builds its own navy.

The Klondike Gold Rush

In 1896, gold was discovered in the Klondike, an area in present-day Yukon, near the Alaskan border (which was part of the United States).
Thousands of gold prospectors, mostly from the United States, travelled through Canada to reach the gold deposit.
The North-West Mounted Police allowed only prospectors who had one year’s supply of food to cross into Canada.
Between 1897 and 1898, an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 prospectors travelled through Canada.

Environmental Consequences of the Gold Rush

The gold rush had significant environmental consequences, such as the impact on the natural environment due to the large number of travellers.
The federal government, concerned primarily with maximizing resources extraction, did little to ensure environmental protection.

Impact on First Nations

The gold rush had a significant impact on First Nations in the Yukon, as the territory was overrun with tens of thousands of newcomers.
The federal government did little to protect the environment and the rights of First Nations.

Alaska Boundary Claims and The Yukon Territory

In 1903, Canada and the United States decided to settle a land dispute that began in 1867.
As a result, the Yukon Territory was formed in 1898 as a result of the gold rush.
Canada had a growing sense of nationalism, with Canadians seeking greater independence and control over its own affairs.

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