Challenges Flashcards

(6 cards)

1
Q

What was the problem between Canada East and West?

A

French Catholic vs. English Protestant tensions.

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2
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Who formed the Great Coalition (1864)?

A

Macdonald, Brown, Cartier.

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3
Q

Why was Canada East worried?

A

They feared losing local rights.

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4
Q

Why did PEI resist Confederation?

A

They thought larger provinces would overshadow them.

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5
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Why did Newfoundland resist?

A

Leaders didn’t want union, even with money problems.

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6
Q

Why did BC hesitate?

A

Isolated, in debt, some wanted to join the U.S

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