History~The 6 | Political Deadlock,Railway,the Reciprocity Treaty, Threat,great Britian,Manifest Destiny

Question 1

What was a major issue in the political history of Heavina?

Answer 1

Political deadlock due to equal numbers in the Legislative Assembly, leading to blocked legislation and no resolutions passed.

Question 2

Why was a railway needed in Heavina?

Answer 2

To increase trade and move troops, ensuring year-round trade and better communication for troop movement in case of war.

Question 3

What happened with the Reciprocity Treaty with the United States?

Answer 3

The treaty ended, and the US introduced tariffs on imported products, prompting colonies to seek trade with each other.

Question 4

What was a concern regarding the United States?

Answer 4

The threat of the United States expanding into Canada.

Question 5

What was Great Britain’s stance on its colonies?

Answer 5

Great Britain wanted its colonies to be more self-sufficient to reduce tax dollars spent on supporting them.

Question 6

What was the significance of emigration from Great Britain?

Answer 6

Emigration would create a resource of men in case of war.

Question 7

What does U.E.L. stand for?

Answer 7

United Empire Loyalists.

Question 8

What is Manifest Destiny

Answer 8

It factored into Canada’s efforts to push west and north, settling the Prairie Provinces and the Arctic