Canadian History and Technology Insights

Lesson 13.3 explores how new technologies like automobiles, airplanes, and radio contributed to the development of Canada's identity. The introduction of the automobile revolutionized transportation, leading to infrastructure changes. Airplanes evolved rapidly, impacting communication and transportation. The radio era began in the 1920s, influencing Canadian culture and identity, leading to the creation of the CBC to preserve Canadian content.

What was the primary focus of the lesson on new technologies in Canada?

• The development of new technologies in the United States

• How new technologies contributed to Canada's identity

• The impact of new technologies on Canada's economy

• The role of technology in global communication

What was a significant change in transportation laws due to the introduction of automobiles?

• Cars were banned from city centers

• Drivers had to stop for horses to pass

• Automobiles were only allowed on weekends

• Speed limits were abolished

By 1929, how many cars were on Canadian roads?

• 500,000

• 1.2 million

• 2 million

• 3 million

What was the purpose of bush planes in Canada after World War I?

• To transport passengers across the country

• To conduct international flights

• To deliver mail from home to home

• To spot forest fires and transport mail between towns

Which Canadian-designed aircraft took its first flight in 1909?

• The Red Baron

• The Silver Dart

• The Wright Flyer

• The Avro Arrow

When did the first radio broadcast in Canada occur?

• 1920

• 1910

• 1940

• 1930

What was a major concern for the Canadian government regarding early radio broadcasts?

• The technical difficulties of broadcasting

• The lack of Canadian radio stations

• The potential loss of Canadian identity due to American broadcasts

• The high cost of radio equipment

What was the primary goal of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) when it was created?

• To provide entertainment to Canadians

• To broadcast in multiple languages

• To bring a Canadian voice to radio and preserve Canadian identity

• To compete with American radio stations

In what year did television stations start in Canada?

• 1950

• 1936

• 1920

• 1960

How did early radio signals affect Canadian identity?

• They strengthened Canadian identity by promoting local culture

• They had no impact on Canadian identity

• They threatened Canadian identity by introducing American bias

• They were only available in urban areas