Building a Nation Flashcards
Why is the Victorian Period called the Victorian Period?
Queen Victoria reigned over the British empire for more than 60 years from 1837 to 1901. Britain was the world’s superpower and its empire was vast. The Victorians grew increasingly proud of their empire, to which the British North American colonies belonged.
What is a ‘whip’?
The person who is responsible for ensuring discipline and solidarity within a political party.
What is ‘responsible government’?
Responsible government means a government that is accountable to the people.
What is a ‘federation’ in early Canadian history?
A federation is a union of provinces, each of which keeps certain powers but gives up other powers to a central, national government?
What is the definition of ‘annex’?
To take over a territory and add it to the territory of another country.
What was the American Civil War?
It began in 1861 and ended in 1865.
It was a war between the industrialized North of the United States and the agricultural South.
The main issue was slavery, which the South supported.
What is ‘mercantalism’?
An economic system based on colonialism, in which the home country uses raw goods imported from the colonies to manufacture goods.
What is an ‘economic depression’?
A period of low economic activity marked by high unemployment.
