The Confederation Debate Flashcards
1
Q
Pros of Annexation
A
Newly built transcontinental railway allowed for easy transportation
Alaska to the North, Washington to the South
Solve economic issues
2
Q
Cons of Annexation
A
No free trade agreement –> hard to trade
3
Q
Pros of confederation
A
Solve economic issues
Canadian railroad could potentially bring in easy resources
Responsible government
Part of British Empire (most powerful empire in world at the time) –> main point
4
Q
Cons of confederation
A
Railroad had no guaranteed completion date
Province would take orders from Ottawa
5
Q
Pros of independence
A
Full control of own affairs
6
Q
Cons of independence
A
No economic security, no railroad and other economic benefits
