Canada: Shaping an Identity (AB Social Studies)

What is one way Canada changed after Confederation in 1867?

• A. It became a republic

• B. It gained independence from France

• C. It became a country with its own government.

• D. It joined the United Nations

What is Confederation?

• A. A war between provinces

• B. The joining together of colonies to form a country.

• C. A treaty with Britain

• D. The end of World War I

Who were the Famous Five?

• A. Five prime ministers

• B. Five Olympic athletes

• C. The women who fought for equal rights.

• D. Five explorers of the Northwest

What right did the Famous Five fight for?

• A. Free education

• B. For women to be considered "persons" under law.

• C. The right to drive

• D. The right to join the military

What is one impact of the Great Depression in Canada?

• A. People moved to cities for jobs

• B. Many people lost their jobs and homes.

• C. The economy grew quickly

• D. Everyone became wealthier

What caused the economic crash in 1929?

• A. A natural disaster

• B. Stock markets failed and businesses closed.

• C. A new law

• D. Gold was discovered

How did women’s rights change because of the Famous Five?

• A. Women had fewer rights

• B. Women could now be appointed to the Senate.

• C. Women could vote in all elections

• D. Women had to serve in the army

What does citizenship mean in Canada?

• A. Being born in another country

• B. Being a recognized member of the country with rights and responsibilities.

• C. Owning land

• D. Going to school

What is one effect of economic booms?

• A. Fewer jobs are created

• B. Businesses grow and more jobs become available.

• C. People stop spending money

• D. Taxes disappear

How did the boom in oil affect Alberta?

• A. It caused a drought

• B. It brought in new jobs and population growth.

• C. It made farming the top industry

• D. It decreased the need for schools