1. 14.4 Changes in Latin America and Canada
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2. Latin America
Latin and Central America struggled for stability following their independence.
Many of the people lacked opportunity.
Wealth and power remained with a tiny percentage of the people.
A large portion of the population remained in poverty and had no voice in government.

3. In the Region as a Whole
Latin American states such as Uruguay, Chile, Costa Rica, and Columbia developed some form of democracy.
These countries avoided some of the instability that plagued other parts of the region.
Some dictators began to gain power in some Latin countries and actually handled themselves correctly.

4. In the Region as a Whole They tended to share the wealth.
Most Latin countries struggled to develop a sense of national pride.
Often the states argued and warred with each other over boundaries.
In 1864, Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay warred with Paraguay.

5. In the Region as a Whole
This war dropped Paraguay’s population by 60%.
In 1879 Chile defeated Bolivia and Peru over mineral rich areas.
The gap between the rich and the poor remained high during this period in Latin America.

6. In the Region as a Whole
By 1910, 1% of the population controlled 85% of the land.
Wages for the average worker remained very low and opportunities to improve one’s life were rare.

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8. Mexico Mexico struggled as well.
They tried to overcome economic and political instability.
The Mexican- American War had resulted in Mexico losing a bunch of land.
Mexico

9. Under Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, France forced Mexico to submit to their rule.
This foreign rule ended in 1867, when the Mexican government regained power and executed Austrian Ferdinand Maximilian who was ruling for Napoleon.
Mexico

10. Mexicans elected Porfirio Diaz in 1876 based on his promises of a Constitutional democracy.
Under his leadership, Mexico became prosperous.
However, Diaz became a dictator and ruled for another 31 years.
Mexico

11. Foreign companies began taking advantage of Mexico and Diaz profited off of it.
Mexico developed a hatred of foreign companies.
In 1919, after Diaz rigged the election, the people stood up and overthrew him.
Mexico

12. The people of Mexico elected Francisco Madero in 1911, but he was killed by an assassin.
A civil war ensued and 900,000 people died as a result.
Assassinations and fighting plagued Mexico’s struggle for a democracy.
Mexico

13. Canada Canada began as a French colony.
The British won this vast land after the 7 years war.
To maintain loyalty to the French Canadians, the British passed the Québec Act in that granted them rights including the ability to practice Catholicism.
Canada

14. In 1837, the people began rebelling against the British government.
The British forces defeated and arrested hundreds of Canadians.
The British sent Lord Durham to investigate and try and come up with a solution for the land.
Canada

15. He recommended that Canadians be given the right to govern themselves on domestic matters.
The British North America Act in created the dominion of Canada with 4 provinces: Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia.
Canada

16. Canada Manitoba was established in 1870.
British Columbia and Prince Edward Island joined later in 1870s.
Alberta and Saskatchewan also became provinces. (1905)
Newfoundland and Labrador became the 10th province to join in 1949.
Canada

18. Canada – Self Government
In theory, a Constitutional monarchy governs Canada.
The federal and provincial governments wield actual power to govern.
An elected House of Commons and an appointed senate provide Canadians with representation.
Canada – Self Government

19. Canada – Self Government
The party with the majority of the seats in the House of Commons has the power.
They nominate the senators.
Canada – Self Government

20. 14.4 Section Quiz