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Rebellion vs. Revolution??? A rebellion is an organized resistance to a ruler or to government. It's a stand against authority that's often violent in nature, but rarely successful. EX – Rebellions of 1837 A revolution takes opposition a step further. It might be considered a successful rebellion. A revolution involves change. So politically, one ruler or system of government is actually overthrown and replaced. EX - American Revolution, French Revolution…

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Quebec Act 1774 Why was the act put into place? Passed by the British to provide effective govt. in Quebec Intended to meet the needs of society and win loyalty of Canadiens (French Canadians) What did the act do? Boundary of Quebec extended Governor and appointed council (including French speakers) Freedom of religion Protected French language French civil law restored Why might some be displeased? BUT what were the people wanting that was not included??? no elected assembly = French AND English are unhappy

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Loyalists In the American Revolution – what two sides were fighting? Who is Loyal to whom? Patriots Loyalists Want U.S.A Loyal to Britain Who wins? What impact does that have on Canada???? Patriots win Loyalists are no longer welcome in USA and many take free land in the closest colony loyal to Britain – Quebec! This changes the composition of Quebec and brings many more English speakers.

What are the differences between the map of 1784 and 1791?

1791 Constitutional Act Read page 65 in your Horizons textbook What was the Constitutional Act? Established colonial government Created Upper Canada and Lower Canada Created an elected Legislative Assembly What evidence can you find that this is not democratic? Only male, land owners vote Councils and Governor could VETO What might be the result of this? REBELLION!!!!

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