Unit 2 Rebellion Union U.C Flashcards
1
Q
What was the British response to the rebellions ?
A
Shock, fear of losing their colonies in Canada, and appoint a commission to investigate
2
Q
When did the London government appoint lord Durham to head a commission ?
A
Spring 1838
3
Q
What did the Durham report recommend ?
A
A combined elected assembly would serve both upper and lower Canada
4
Q
What is rep by pop and who recommended it?
A
Lord Durham recommended it, and it was the number if electors would be based of the population size
5
Q
When was the act of union passed and when did it come into effect?
A
Passed 1840 effect February 1841
