What significantly changed the ethnic composition of Canada's population by encouraging people to immigrate to Canada?

the discovery of gold in the Yukon Territory

Why did teh Acadians leave Nova Scotia to settle in Louisiana, where they are now called Cajuns?

They were forced out by the government.

The creation of the Dominion of Canada established

a confederation between Upper & Lower Canada, Novia Scotia, & New Brunswick

Which statement accurately describes Toronto?

It is the country's banking center.

Why did the British government create the Dominion of Canada in 1867?

to reduce conflicts between Canadians of British and French descent.

Canadian government attempted to reduce 4 centuries of ethnic conflict between Canadians of British & French descent how

English and French were made official state languages.

Why do Prairie Provinces have large immigrant populations from many countries throughout the world?

There are a wide variety of employment opportunties in the region.

What effect did the completion of the Canadian transcontinental railroad have on the country?

It increased the pace of westward settlement.

Which is an accurate statement about the area of North America now known as Canada prior to the 16th Century?

Humans migrated to Canada from Asia.

The term metis refers to

people of mixed French and native peoples descent.

Which statement is an accurate description of Canada's labor force?

Canada's university system is extensive, many workers are well-educated.

The Prairie Provinces include

Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.

Most of Canada's urban & industrial growth took place close to the border of the United States because

of the milder climate, fertile soils, and the railway system.

The challenges facing the residents of the Atlantic Provinces include

a rugged terrain and harsh weather

How have some fishermen adapted to the decrease in fish stocks as a result of global overfishing?

They have begun raising fish on farms.

Why are the Yukon Territory, the Northwest Territories, & Nunavut referred to as territories instead of as provinces?

The populations of these regions are too small.

Quebec and Ontario are known as the Core Provinces because

they comprise the areas of greatest population and land mass.

Canada's government includes

Senate (members are appointed) & House of Commons (members are elected).

Which of the following was a major cause of the French and Indian War?

conflicting claims of Canadian land between British & French governments

The prime minister of Canada is

the majority party's leader in Parliment.

How did the signing of the North American Free Trade Agreement affect Canada?

It removed trade barriers with the United States.

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1
What significantly changed the ethnic composition of Canada's population by encouraging people to immigrate to Canada?
the addition of Prince Edward Island to the Dominion of Canada
the creation of the Dominion of Canada
the annexation of Rupert's Land
the discovery of gold in the Yukon Territory
2
Why did teh Acadians leave Nova Scotia to settle in Louisiana, where they are now called Cajuns?
They believed that better fishing grounds were located farther south.
They were forced out by the government.
They believed the climate farther south was healthier.
They were seeking religious freedom.
3
To which religion do the majority of Canadians belong?
Buddhism
Islam
Judaism
Christianity
4
The creation of the Dominion of Canada established
Upper and Lower Canada,
that Britain would continue to rule the newly formed confederation.
a confederation between Upper & Lower Canada, Novia Scotia, & New Brunswick
two official languages, French and English
5
Which professional sport is played in a premier league composed entirely of Canadian teams?
basketball
football
baseball
hockey
6
Which statement accurately describes Toronto?
It is the country's banking center.
It is the second largest city in Canada.
It is the cultural capital of Quebec.
It is the country's federal capital.
7
Which part of the Canadian economy is the largest and employs the most people?
manufacturing
mining
service
agriculture
8
Why did the British government create the Dominion of Canada in 1867?
to grant Canada independence from the British Empire
to encourage immigration from the United States and Mexico
to reduce conflicts between Canadians of British and French descent.
to allow American Indians greater political participation
9
Canadian government attempted to reduce 4 centuries of ethnic conflict between Canadians of British & French descent how
English and French were made official state languages.
Canadians are allowed to worship only Roman Catholicism or Protestantism.
Quebec was granted independence from Canada.
Canada limited citizenship to only British or French immigrants.
10
Why do Prairie Provinces have large immigrant populations from many countries throughout the world?
The largest cities are located in the region.
Most of Canada's population is either Roman Catholic or Protestant.
English and French are Canada's official languages.
There are a wide variety of employment opportunties in the region.
11
Which Canadian province is largest in terms of land area?
Alberta
Manitoba
Quebec
Ontario
12
Which of the following are common subjects of Inuit carvings?
signifiant events chroniclign the history of a tribe
religious figures used for daily worship
people performing daily tasks
mythical animals that are part of tribal legends
13
Canadian region that continues to retain its French cultural influence from its beginnings as a colony called New France
Alberta
British Columbia
Quebec
Northwest Territories
14
British Columbia can be found
on Canada's western coast.
along the Great Lakes region.
in Canada's southeastern corner.
on the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
15
What effect did the completion of the Canadian transcontinental railroad have on the country?
It increased the pace of westward settlement.
convinced business leaders to establish factories near border United States
It improved diplomatic relations with the United States.
It decreased racial tensions between European settlers and American Indians
16
Which is an accurate statement about the area of North America now known as Canada prior to the 16th Century?
John Cabot was the first European to step foot on Canadian territory.
Canada was heavily populated by American Indians before arrivalof Europeans
Erik the Red claimed Canadian territory for England.
Humans migrated to Canada from Asia.
17
The term metis refers to
members of the First Nations.
people who speak both French and English.
native peoples who live on reserves.
people of mixed French and native peoples descent.
18
Which statement is an accurate description of Canada's labor force?
Canada's illiteracy rate is high, Canada's standard of living is low.
Approximately 75% of Canada's workers are employed in factories.
Canada's university system is extensive, many workers are well-educated.
There are significantly more men than women working in Canada's businesses.
19
Nunavut is
the area of Canada's most rapid population growth.
home to the Inuit people.
within the Rocky Mountain range.
home to the First Nations peoples.
20
The Prairie Provinces include
Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, & Newfoundland.
the Yukon and Northwest territories and Nunavut.
Ontario and Quebec.
Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.
21
Most of Canada's urban & industrial growth took place close to the border of the United States because
of the French and Indian War
gold deposits were located there
of its proximity to the United States
of the milder climate, fertile soils, and the railway system.
22
The challenges facing the residents of the Atlantic Provinces include
declining revenues due to overfishing.
areas of tundra and glaciers.
a rugged terrain and harsh weather
a lack of fresh water and storms.
23
How have some fishermen adapted to the decrease in fish stocks as a result of global overfishing?
They have begun raising fish on farms.
They have started conflicts by claiming fisheries in international waters.
fishing north of the Artic Circle where there is less competition for fish.
Temporarily ended fishing in Canadian waters until fish populations rebound
24
Why are the Yukon Territory, the Northwest Territories, & Nunavut referred to as territories instead of as provinces?
The regions are mainly populated by native people.
There are no significant industries in these regions.
The populations of these regions are too small.
There are no local governments in the regions.
25
Quebec and Ontario are known as the Core Provinces because
they follow the border of the United States.
they span the length of the transcontinental railway.
they are the areas of greatest fishing and timber industries.
they comprise the areas of greatest population and land mass.
26
Canada's government includes
Senate (members are appointed) & House of Commons (members are elected).
legislative and executive branches, which are headed by Britain.
a judicial and a legislative branch.
Canada's judicial system.
27
Which of the following was a major cause of the French and Indian War?
French criticism over the British treatment of American Indians
British attemps to expel the French settlers from the colony of New France
rival French and British claims to the French crown
conflicting claims of Canadian land between British & French governments
28
The prime minister of Canada is
the majority party's leader in Parliment.
chosen by the British monarch.
elected by the people.
also the leader of Britain's Parliment.
29
Which of the following is granted to Canadian citizens at age 18?
the right to drive an automobile
the right to vote
the right to attend professional hockey games
the right to attend elementary school
30
How did the signing of the North American Free Trade Agreement affect Canada?
It encouraged the creation of a fishing industry.
It removed trade barriers with the United States.
It made Mexico Canada's largest trading partner.
It increased Canada's political influence throughout the world.

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