THIS TEST IS ON MODULE 6: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
UNIT 1: ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF CANADA 1896-1929
TOPIC A: ECONOMIC PROSPERITY
TOPIC B: BRITISH IMPERIALISM VERSUS CANADAIAN NATIONALISM
1. In each of the categories below, identify the statement which characterizes an aspect of the period between 1896 and 1929 in Canada.
A-POLITICAL ASPECT
1. Quebec denounced Ottawa's attitude in the Riel affair.
2. Quebec obtained proportional representation in the parliament
ofUnited Canada.
3. Quebec opposed Canadian participation in wars involving the
British empire.
B-ECONOMIC ASPECT
4. Canada experienced a period of economic prosperity thanks mainly to foreign investment capital.
5. Canada experienced a period of economic prosperity thanks to the dynamic efforts of the government and Canadian investments.
6. Canada experienced a period of economic crisis caused by a crash of the stock market.
C-SOCIAL ASPECT
7. A record number of English Canadians emigrated to the United States.
8. The Eastern Townships were opened up for British immigrants.
9. Europeans rushed to settle in the Canadian West.
A) A-2,B-5,C-8
B) A-1,B-4,C-9
C) A-3,B-4,C-9
D) A-1,B-6,C-7
2. The 20th century dawned in a mood of prosperity. Which of the following statements characterize Canada's political and economic situation in the period between 1896 and 1929?
1. Canada was granted complete autonomy from Great Britain.
2. The arrival of a large number of immigrants resulted in the creation of two new provinces.
3. Canada's participation in the First World War marked a step towards its political autonomy.
4. Canada's economic growth was financed primarily by Canadian capital.
5. The First World War facilitated the accession of women to important political positions.
A) 1 and 4
B) 2 and 3
C) 3 and 5
D) 4 an 5
3. The following documents illustrate characteristics of the Canadian reality between 1896 and 1929.
Match each document with the appropriate phenomenon from the list below.
a. urbanization
b. immigration
c. trade unionism
d. industrialization
A) 1a, 2b, 3c, 4d
B) 1b, 2c, 3d, 4a
C) 1c, 2d, 3a, 4b
D) 1d, 2a, 3b, 4c
4. In the period 1896-1929, Canada enjoyed a prosperity which accelerated the second phase of industrialization in Quebec. Which of the following characteristics apply to this second phase of industrialization?
1. The economy was dominated by the dairy industry.
2. Most exports of manufactured goods were destined for the United States.
3. The pulp and paper and aluminum industries developed because of the availability of hydro electricity.
4. Most of the capital invested came from Britain.
5. The technicians, engineers, and administrators were French Canadian.
A) 1 and 2
B) 2 and 3
C) 3 and 4
D) 4 and 5
5. Between 1896 and 1929, Canada enjoyed a period of prosperity.Which of the following statements characterizes this Canadian prosperity at the beginning of the 20th century?
A) Canada obtained complete political autonomy from Britain.
B) Canada's economic expansion was primarily financed by French - Canadian investment
C) The First World War promoted the entry of women into important political positions.
D) The arrival of thousands of immigrants led to the creation of two new provinces in Western Canada.
6. Numerous changes characterized Quebec society after Confederation,in the PERIOD BETWEEN 1867 AND 1896.Which two of the following describe Quebec society during this period?
1. Massive emigration to the United States
2. The opening of new areas of colonization: Laurentides, Lac Saint- Jean
3. The demand for responsible government
4. The obtaining of the right to vote by women
5. The forming of the first labour unions
6. The beginning of the timber trade with Britain
A) 1, 2, and 5
B) 1, 3, and 6
C) 2, 4, and 5
D) 3, 4, and 6
7. At the beginning of the 20th century the Dominion of Canada was a part of the British Empire, with the status of a colony.Which of the following statements expresses a desire to maintain the link with England?
A) "... The nation we wish to build is the French Canadian nation ..."- J.P. Trudel
B) "... We owe England nothing; Canadians must remain faithful to their nation ...". Henri Bourassa
C) "... The powers of the central parliament flow from the provinces which are the source of all legislative authority ...". Honor‚ Mercier
D) "When Britain is at war, Canada is at war.". Sir Wilfrid Laurier
8. At the beginning of the 20th century Canadians had different views concerning the role that Canada should play in the British Empire.The following events gave Canadians opportunities to express their opinions.- participation in the Boer War- the creation of a navy- participation in World War I./Which of the following texts reflects the opposition of Canadian nationalists towards British imperialism?
A) "I do not hesitate for a moment in affirming that the supremacy of the British Empire is absolutely essential for the preservation of the empire itself ... I am convinced that England's salvation is the salvation of our own nation.". Wilfrid Laurier
B) "Love of the religion and the nationality of our fathers is stamped upon our hearts, and no one, not even the most potent of tyrants, can take this love from us. This province of Qu‚bec is Catholic and French, and it shall remain Catholic and French.". Honor‚ Mercier
C) "Let us look after Canada first ... It will be neither the English nor the Australians who will come and put order in our domestic affairs." - Henri Bourassa
D) "Let us accept the fact that our political ties with England protect us, to a certain extent, against the intrigues of our brothers from Ontario,the West, and the East." - Jules-Paul Tardivel
9. At the beginning of the 20th century the Dominion of Canada was part of the British Empire with the status of a colony.Which of the following political figures expresses a desire to maintain the link with England?". . .
A) We owe England nothing; Canadians must remain faithful to their nation . . ." - Henri Bourassa". . .
B) The powers of the central parliament flow from the provinces which are the source of all legislative authority . . ." - Honor‚ Mercier
C) "When England is at war, Canada is at war." - Sir Wilfrid Laurier
D) The nation we wish to build is the French-Canadian nation..J.P.Tardivel
THIS TEST IS ON MODULE 6: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
UNIT 1: ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF CANADA 1896-1929
TOPIC A: ECONOMIC PROSPERITY
TOPIC B: BRITISH IMPERIALISM VERSUS CANADAIAN NATIONALISM
1. Ans: C Diff.: 6 Page: 89-1-28 Refer To:
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2. Ans: B Diff.: 6 Page: 89-6-18 Refer To:
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4. Ans: C Diff.: 6 Page: 90-8-16 Refer To:
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5. Ans: D Diff.: 6 Page: 91-1-17 Refer To:
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7. Ans: D Diff.: 6 Page: 89-6-17 Refer To:
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8. Ans: C Diff.: 6 Page: 90-6-20 Refer To:
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9. Ans: C Diff.: 6 Page: 91-8-28 Refer To:
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