Canadian History Quiz (SS6H2)

Where do the majority of Canadians live?

• near the western border with Alaska
• near the northern border along the Arctic Ocean
• near the southern border with the U.S.
• near the eastern border along the Atlantic Ocean

Differences in culture and language between French-speaking areas and English- speaking areas have sometimes led to conflict. 

• True 
• False

Which two countries battles for Canadian territory?

• Germany and U.S.

• Mexico and U.S

• U.K. and France

• France and U.S.

What did the Quebec Act of 1774 accomplish?

• It permitted the citizens of Quebec to retain their French language and Catholic faith.

• It gave Europe access to valuable beaver pelts on the St. Lawrence River.

• It gave up all territory west of the Hudson Bay.

• It granted amnesty to all Canadian citizens who fought in the French and Indian War.

What is the name for French speaking Canadians?

• Aborigines

• Slaviks

• Consquistadors

• Francophones

What province in Canada speaks primarily French and is mostly Roman Catholic?

• Alberta

• British Columbia

• Quebec

• Ontario

What was the primary focus on the 1967 political movement in Quebec about ?

• Citizens wanted referendums over the primary language of the country

• Citizens wanted to join the United States.

• Citizens wanted tax reforms.

• Citizens wanted political independence from its mother country.

What was the beaver pelt primarily used for?

• coats

• hats

• gloves

• blankets

What was the first official French settlement?

• Newfoundland
• Quebic
• Quebec
• Thomas Island

Which 2 European countries were fighting for control of Canada?

• France and Spain
• France and Great Britain
• Germany and Italy
• Russia and Great Britain