candian history 11 exam questions
Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada?
John A. Macdonald
What was the purpose of the Confederation in 1867?
To unite the British North American colonies into a single country
In which year did women gain the right to vote federally in Canada?
1918
What major economic event occurred in Canada during the 1930s?
The Great Depression
Which Indigenous group is associated with the creation of the Huron-Wendat Confederacy?
Huron-Wendat
When did Canada officially become a bilingual country?
1969
What was the main goal of the National Policy introduced in 1879?
To promote economic development through tariffs and infrastructure
What is the significance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge for Canada?
It marked the first time Canadian forces fought together as a unified unit
Who fought in the War of 1812?
The British and Americans, with Canadian involvement on the British side
What was the significance of the 1982 Constitution Act?
It allowed Canada to amend its own Constitution without British approval