Canadian Provinces - Dates Entering Into Confederation

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Explore the historical entry dates of Canadian provinces into confederation. This quiz covers key dates for Quebec, Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Northwest Territories, and Manitoba, assessing knowledge relevant to Canadian history and civics.


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  • 2. 

    Quebec

  • 3. 

    Ontario

  • 4. 

    Nova Scotia

  • 5. 

    New Brunswick

    Explanation
    The answer "1867" is the correct response because it is the year that New Brunswick joined the Canadian Confederation. In 1867, the Dominion of Canada was established through the passage of the British North America Act, and New Brunswick was one of the original four provinces to join. This event marked an important milestone in the history of New Brunswick and Canada as a whole.

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  • 6. 

    Saskatchewan

    Explanation
    The given answer, 1905, is the year in which Saskatchewan became a province in Canada.

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  • 7. 

    Alberta

    Explanation
    The answer "1905" is the year in which Alberta became a province in Canada.

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  • 8. 

    Last country to enter the Confederation.

    Explanation
    Nunavut is the correct answer because it is the most recent country to enter the Confederation. It became a part of Canada on April 1, 1999, making it the newest addition to the country. Prior to that, Nunavut was part of the Northwest Territories.

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  • 9. 

    Manitoba

  • 10. 

    British Columbia

  • 11. 

    Newfoundland

  • 12. 

    Prince Edward Island

  • 13. 

    Yukon

  • 14. 

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    Correct Answer
    A. Ok!
    Explanation
    The given answer "Ok!" is a response to the statement "Ok!" which implies agreement or acceptance. It suggests that the person is willing to comply or go along with whatever was suggested or proposed.

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    Northwest Territories

    Correct Answer
    1870
    Explanation
    The Northwest Territories entered Canada on 15 July 1870. This occurred when Canada acquired Rupert’s Land and the North-Western Territory from the Hudson’s Bay Company, and the combined area was renamed the Northwest Territories. Since then, the territory has undergone several changes in borders and size, with the most recent being the creation of Nunavut in 1999.

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