Unit 1 unit exam Flashcards
(22 cards)
Nation-State
A country with internationally recognized borders
-have the right to govern themselves
collective consciousness
A group or nation may share a collective consciousness when its members collectively share similar values, beliefs, and internalized feelings based on their shared experiences
Nationalism
the collective, shared sense of belonging of people who identify themselves as a nation-state.
Nationalism
the collective, shared sense of belonging of people who identify themselves as a nation-state.
National Identity
The feeling of being part of a nation based on cultur, language and history
Patriotism
Love and loyalty for ones country shown through support and pride
Contending loyalty
When someone feels loyal to two groups that are in conflict
Nation and Non national loyalties
Nation: Loyalty to country or ethnic group
Non-national: Loyalty to ideas, religion or causes instea of a country
National myths
stories or beliefs that help shape a nations identity
The quiet revolution
The quiet revolutionperiod of major political and social changes in quebec (1960s) that increases Quebec nationalism
(it shifted power back to the french speakers and reduces the influence of the catholic church)
The War Measures Act
A law that gave the canadian government emergency powers used during the october crisis(1970_
Referendum
A public vote on an important issue
(it allowed people directly decide on major political questions)
Revolution
A big and often violent change in government or society
(can lead to new political systsems and freedoms)
Ancient Regime
The political and social system in France before the French revolution (Absolute monarcy and feudalism)
(it was seen as unfair and lead to the revolution)
Republic
A government where leaders are elected rather then inherited(like a king)
Absolute Monarch vs Constitutional monarchy
Absolute Monarchy: A system where the king or queen have total power
Constitutional Monarchy: A system where a king/queen exists but their power is limted by laws
(shows shift towards democracy)
Expression of nationalism
National symbols(flags, anthems), politial movements(quebec soverignty), celebrations(Canada day), Historical events(French revolution)
Factors of a nation
Geography, historicGeography, History, Cultural values and beliefs, Language and communication, Politics and citizenship, Religion and spirituality, Ethnic background and ancestory
The october Crisis & Quebec nationalism
In 1970 the FLQ kidnapped two politicias
James cross and Pierre Laport
Features of a nation-state
-clear borders
-permanant population
-a government
-a shared national identity
Key events of the French revolution
-Tennis court oath
-Storming of the Bastille
- Declaration of rights of man
-Execution of King Lous
-Reign of Terror
-Napoleon takes over
Who was napoleon and why is he important
A french military leader who became emperor and took advantage of the stage France was at by stabalizing france and expangint its empire
