Confederation and Canadian Politics Review Questions

Social Studies Review Questions – Confederation and Canadian Politics

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1) What are four reasons people in the British colonies of Canada, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, and PEI did not want to join Confederation? (pages 126 -129 and notes)

2) What are four reasons people in the British colonies of Canada, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, and PEI did want to join Confederation? (pg 123 and notes)

3) Who are four leaders who argued for Confederation? (pg 120)

4) Who are four leaders who argued against Confederation? (pages 126 -129 and notes)

5) Was there a referendum in each of the colonies before Confederation?

6) What neighboring country influenced Canada into Confederation?

7) What is the difference between a federal government and a provincial government?

8) Using your own words create a chart similar to the one found on page 134.

9) Name four things the federal government have control over? Why do they have control over these specific things? (136)

10) Name four things the provincial government have control over? Why do they have control over these specific things? (136)

11) Explain three ways you can be part of the political process? (139)

12) Why is it important to take part in the political process?