Social Studies 20-1 First Quiz

Nation

• Belonging, identity, unity of people

• “Our people,” “as a nation,” “shared identity”

• Culture, traditions, language, ancestry, history

• Can exist without borders or government (e.g., Métis, Kurds)

Nation-State

• Borders, territory, sovereignty, independence

• Government, state, political power

• “Citizens under one government”

• When nation + political state overlap (e.g., Japan, France)

Nationalism

• Pride, loyalty, devotion, patriotism

• Symbols: flag, anthem, military, veterans

• “I love my country,” “proud to be,” “we are united”

• Can be positive (unity) or negative (exclusion/conflict)

History

• Past events, wars, revolutions, treaties, colonization

• “Remember,” “sacrifices,” “heritage,” “our ancestors”

• Specific events like Vimy Ridge, Confederation, Residential Schools

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Geography

• Landforms, mountains, rivers, oceans, borders

• Climate, territory, location

• “Shaped by the land,” “separated by mountains,” “harsh winters”

Spirituality

• Connection to spirit, meaning, higher purpose

• “Sacred,” “ceremonies,” “sacrifice,” “connection to ancestors”

• Indigenous spirituality tied to the land

• Not the same as organized religion

Religion

• Churches, temples, mosques, organized belief systems

• God, faith, worship, sacred texts

• Shared values through religion (e.g., Catholicism in Quebec)

Relationship to the Land

• Homeland, territory, connection to the environment

• “This land is part of us,” “our ancestors lived here”

• Farming, resources, survival tied to the land

• Indigenous connection to land = identity

Citizenship

• Rights + responsibilities of being part of a state

• Voting, taxes, jury duty, obeying laws

• Participation in democracy, civic duty

• “Active citizens,” “strengthen our democracy,” “responsibility”

Language

• French, English, Indigenous languages, preserving a tongue

• “Mother tongue,” “protecting our language,” “speaking in our language unites us”

• Passing down stories, culture, and identity through language

Ethnicity

• Ancestry, heritage, race, shared origins

• “Our ethnic group,” “our ancestors,” “our people”

• Often tied to traditions, food, music, celebrations

Culture

• Traditions, art, music, food, clothing, festivals

• “Way of life,” “our customs,” “our celebrations”

• Expresses identity through daily practices and arts

Nation

A group of people who feel connected to one another in some way → a group.

Nation-State

A territory with internationally recognized boundaries, and some form of political government → a country

Nationalism

• The collective shared sense of belonging of people who identify themselves as a nation → a feeling.

History

Shared collective memory (wars, revolutions, residential schools, etc.) that influences how people see themselves as a nation.

Geography

• Natural borders (mountains, rivers, etc.) and environment that bring people together or separate them.

Spirituality

• A deep sense of purpose or connection (not always religious).

Religion

• Shared beliefs and values that unite people.

Relationship to the Land

• When homeland is central to identity.

Citizenship

• Legal membership in a state with rights and responsibilities.

Language

• Major marker of identity.

Ethnicity

• Shared ancestry, heritage, traditions, and often physical traits.

Culture

• Everyday ways of life: food, art, clothing, celebrations, etc.