History of Canada (Quebec Independence Movement)

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How has the Canadian government tried to satisfy the separatists?

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By passing the laws to help them preserve their French culture and language.

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Why is Canada against Quebec becoming independent?

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A large part of Canadian's industry is centered in Quebec.

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What is causing some of the people of Quebec to desire independence from Canada?

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French descendants living in Quebec feel their culture and language is being overwhelmed by the English.

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Which of the following is NOT a reason French Canadians want to separate from Canada? Preserve language and culture, Wanted to be treated as equals, Wanted respect for French language and culture, Wanted to preserve French Canadian culture for future generations, Canada would lose Quebec's natural resources

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Canada would lose Quebec's natural resources

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Fill in the blank: There was a ___________________ held in 1980 and 1995 to decide if Quebec should separate from the rest of Canada.

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referendum- a special vote on a specific issue

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Fill in the blank: In 1995, Quebec held a special vote. The vote was taken to decide whether or not Quebec would gain ____________________ from Canada.

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Sovereignty (Independence) - the right and power of a nation to govern itself

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Fill in the blank: ______________________ believe that Quebec's French culture and language will be lost with in Canada's predominantly English culture.

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Separatist- a person who supports the separation of Quebec from Canada with the belief that Quebec has a different cultural identity from the rest of Canada

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What was the result of the referendums in 1980 and 1995?

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Quebec to remain apart of Canada

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Which of the following is NOT a reason Quebec is important to Canada's economy? Major Place for Industry in Canada, Easy Access to trade using the St. Lawrence River, Accounts for over 30 million of Canada's GDP, Quebec is bilingual

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Quebec is bilingual