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What is the definition of a country?

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A physical territory managed by a central government with physical boundaries.

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What characterizes a nation?

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A shared state of mind or characteristics such as beliefs, language, religion, culture, history, geography, traditions, and politics.

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What is a nation-state?

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A country.

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Who can be members of the UN?

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Only countries.

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How can nations develop?

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A group of people feels something in common, internalizes this, creating a sense of belonging and acceptance, and then may identify as a nation.

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True or False: People can belong to multiple nations.

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True.

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Define nationalism.

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The collective shared sense of belonging of people who identify themselves as a nation and support for its interests.

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What is patriotism?

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A love of country and interest in its well-being.

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List some examples of Canadian patriotism.

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  • Waving the flag
  • Canadian food (poutine)
  • Canada Day
  • National sporting events
  • Remembrance Day
  • National anthem
  • Hockey
  • Voting
  • Terry Fox Run
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What year did Canada become independent?

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1867.

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What significant event happened in 1931 for Canada?

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The Statute of Westminster granted full autonomy.

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What is a civic nation?

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A nation created by people who agree to live according to particular values and beliefs expressed as the rule of law.

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What is the purpose of the Constitution in Canada?

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It expresses the values and beliefs we have as Canadians, including equal rights and no discrimination.

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What is ethnic nationalism?

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Nationalism founded on shared ethnicity, culture, and language.

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What is national identity?

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A person’s national identity results from the presence of elements from common points in people’s daily lives.

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Give examples of Canadian national identity.

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  • Maple leafs
  • Beer
  • Maple syrup
  • Poutine
  • Animals (beaver, geese, moose)
  • Celebrations (carnival, Canada Day)
  • Canadian artists (Drake, Celine Dion)
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What are national myths?

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Shared stories, ideas, and beliefs that may or may not be accurate, key to creating a sense of nation.

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What was a significant outcome of the French Revolution in 1789?

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It transformed France from a monarchy to a republic.

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What are the historical factors leading to French nationalism?

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Political, historical, economic, social, and geographic factors.

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What did Louis XIV represent in French history?

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Absolutism and the divine right of kings.

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Who were the philosophers that influenced revolutionary thought? What were their ideas?

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  • Machiavelli
  • Thomas Hobbes
  • John Locke
  • Jean Jacques Rousseau
  • Montesquieu
  • Voltaire
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What was the social structure in France during the 1700s?

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Divided into three estates: King, First Estate (clergy), Second Estate (nobility), Third Estate (commoners).

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What was the economic situation in France leading up to the revolution?

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France was in debt, with high taxes and a struggling economy.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a significant law that marked Canada’s independence in 1867.

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British North America Act

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What was the impact of the harvest failures in 1789?
It led to grain shortages, increased bread prices, and riots.
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Who was Marie Antoinette?
The Austrian queen of France, disliked for her lavish spending and perceived indifference to the plight of the poor.
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What does the term 'General Will' refer to?
The notion that the majority rules for the common good, as proposed by Jean Jacques Rousseau.
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What was the significant phrase attributed to Marie Antoinette that fueled revolutionary sentiment?
“Let them eat cake” ## Footnote This phrase was never actually said by Marie Antoinette but became a symbol of royal indifference.
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What financial issues contributed to the French Revolution?
France was in debt, economy in shambles, high taxes, lavish court life, military spending ## Footnote The cost of supporting the American Revolution also strained finances.
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Who was Jacques Necker?
Finance minister hired by King Louis XVI, popular for advocating bread for all and publishing the government budget ## Footnote His dismissal sparked outrage and contributed to revolutionary fervor.
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When did the Estates-General last meet before 1789?
Over 175 years ago
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How many representatives did each estate have in the Estates-General?
First and Second Estates had 300 each, Third Estate had nearly 600 ## Footnote The Third Estate was mostly composed of lawyers and bourgeoisie.
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What was the voting system in the Estates-General?
Block voting where each estate had one vote
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What did the Third Estate demand during the Estates-General?
Equality of taxation and a meeting of all three estates together
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What was the Tennis Court Oath?
An oath taken by the Third Estate not to leave until a new constitution was written
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What event is considered the start of the French Revolution?
The storming of the Bastille
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What was the significance of July 14th in France?
It is celebrated as Bastille Day, symbolizing the start of the revolution
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What principle did the Declaration of the Rights of Man advocate?
All men are created equal, sovereignty belongs to the people ## Footnote It was based on Enlightenment ideas and called for a constitutional monarchy.
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Who were the Jacobins and Girondins?
Jacobins were radicals wanting a republic; Girondins were moderates wanting to maintain the monarchy
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What happened during the Reign of Terror?
Up to 40,000 perceived enemies of the republic were executed ## Footnote Led by Robespierre and the Committee of Public Safety.
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What was the outcome of the trial of Louis XVI?
He was found guilty of treason and executed
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What was the Directory?
A new government formed in 1795 controlled by five directors
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Who overthrew the Directory?
Napoleon Bonaparte in a coup d'état
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What was the Napoleonic Code?
Civil law guaranteeing equal rights for all men and abolishing feudalism
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What was the significance of the Bank of France?
It controlled taxes and the French currency
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What were Lycees?
Schools set up to provide scholarships to children of the third estate ## Footnote Aimed at creating a more educated citizenry.
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Fill in the blank: The phrase 'liberty, equality, _______' was a key slogan of the French Revolution.
fraternity
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True or False: Women were recognized in the Declaration of the Rights of Man.
False
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What did the Third Estate declare themselves after the Tennis Court Oath?
The National Assembly
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What was the purpose of the March to Versailles?
To force the king and queen to live in Paris
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What did the National Assembly do in 1790?
Wrote a new constitution that transformed political power distribution in France
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What was the Flight to Varennes?
The royal family's attempt to escape Paris, leading to their arrest
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What was the outcome of the national convention elections in 1791?
The National Assembly transformed into the National Convention
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What was the significance of 'La Marseillaise'?
It became the national anthem of France, sung by revolutionary soldiers
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What were the main reasons for the rise of nationalism during the revolution?
Defense against foreign invasions and the idea of unity among the French people
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What happened to women's property upon marriage?
Once married, all their possessions became their spouse’s property
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What is the Bank of France responsible for?
Collecting taxes and controlling the French currency
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What were Lycees established for?
To provide scholarships to children of the third estate and promote universal free education
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What ideas were taught in Lycees?
* Nationalism * Patriotism * Good citizenship
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What was the significance of the Concordat with Pope Pius VII?
Made peace with the church and acknowledged Catholicism as the religion of the majority
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What were Public Work Projects aimed at?
Building monuments to show the greatness of France
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What is Napoleon most remembered for?
His military victories and conquests during the Napoleonic Wars
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What was the outcome of the Battle of Austerlitz in 1805?
Napoleon defeated Austria and Russia
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By what year did Napoleon have complete control over Europe?
1812
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What was the Continental System?
A naval blockade of Britain, prohibiting trade with them
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What was the size of Napoleon's army during the invasion of Russia?
500,000 soldiers, known as La Grande Armee
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What was the primary tactic used by the Russians during their retreat?
Scorched earth policy
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What happened to Napoleon's forces when they entered Moscow?
They found a burning city and were eventually forced to retreat
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What was the impact of Napoleon's conquests on Europe?
Spread ideas about nationalism and liberalism, modernizing Europe
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What legal framework did the Napoleonic Code establish?
It became the basis for legal systems of many European countries
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What was the Grand Armee composed of?
French citizens
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How did nationalism grow during Napoleon's early wars?
As France won early wars
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What ultimately led to the defeat of Napoleon's army?
An alliance backed by Britain
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How many times was Napoleon exiled?
Twice
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At what age did Napoleon die?
51
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Fill in the blank: Napoleon was a __________ man and a perfect symbol for the revolution.
self-made

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