The Constitution Act of 1791 Flashcards
1
Q
What is upper canada?
A
Ontario
2
Q
What is lower canada?
A
Quebec
3
Q
What were the changes of upper canada?
A
English speaking, English civil and criminal law, British land ownership system, rights for the protestant churches and schools, and lieutenant governor
4
Q
What were the changes of lower canada?
A
French speaking, french civil law, english criminal law, french seigneurial system of the land used remained, roman-catholic churches maintained their rights, governor
5
Q
What were the major changes in both upper and lower canada
A
Establishment of an elected assembly of each province, both had an appointed executive and legislated council
