Grade 9 Constitutional Act Flashcards
1
Q
When was the Constitutional Act
A
1791
2
Q
What was the purpose of the Constitutional Act?
A
To appease the demands of the loyalists.
3
Q
What change to the territory of Qc. occurred as a result of the Constitutional Act?
A
It divided Qc. into 2. Upper and Lower Canada.
4
Q
What is the name of Upper Canada today?
A
Ontario
5
Q
What is the name of Lower Canada today?
A
Quebec
6
Q
Was the parliamentary system put in place by the Constitutional Act truly democratic?
A
No. The governor had veto power and could overrule any decision made by the councils or assembly.
