Social Studies Review Flashcards

Practice questions covering Canadian government roles, key historical figures and events like the Red River Rebellion, and fundamental biological concepts including DNA structure and function.

What is the function of $DNA$?

It contains instructions, a recipe, or information for making proteins.

How do chromosomes differ between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Eukaryotic cells have linear chromosomes, while prokaryotic cells have circular chromosomes.

What are the three branches of government in Canada?

Legislative, executive, and judicial.

What is the role of the Prime Minister of Canada?

Leader of country (present).

What is the role of the House of Commons of Canada?

MP (propose laws).

Why was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights ($UDHR$) created after World War II?

To prevent wars like WWII (nuclear).

Who was Nellie McClung and what did she fight for?

She fought for woman's rights.

Who was Billy Bishop and why is he important in Canadian history?

He was a fighter pilot known as the "ace of aces."

What occurred during the Red River Rebellion led by Louis Riel?

Taking place in Manitoba, the Métis created a temporary government to negotiate with Canada, which resulted in the creation of the province of Manitoba.

What was the outcome of the North-West Rebellion in Saskatchewan?

Led by Louis Riel, the Métis resisted because land rights were being ignored; the rebellion was stopped by the Canadian government, and Riel was executed.

What are the two types of chromosomes mentioned in the notes?

Linear eukaryotic and circular prokaryotic.

What historical figure led both the Red River Rebellion and the North-West Rebellion?

Louis Riel.

Legislative Branch

Responsible for making laws; includes the House of Commons and the Senate.

Executive Branch

Responsible for implementing and enforcing laws; includes the Prime Minister and the Cabinet.

Judicial Branch

Responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice; includes the court system and judges.

First-Past-The-Post Electoral System

An electoral system where the candidate with the highest number of votes in a riding wins the seat.

The Canadian Constitution

The supreme law of Canada that defines the powers of government and recognizes the rights of citizens.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

Created following the atrocities of World War II to establish a global standard for the protection of human rights.

The Red River Rebellion

Led by Louis Riel in Manitoba to negotiate terms with the Canadian government, resulting in the creation of Manitoba.

The North-West Rebellion

Led by Louis Riel in Saskatchewan, resulted from ignored land rights and was suppressed by the Canadian government.

The Quiet Revolution

A period of intense socio-political and cultural change in Quebec, characterized by secularization.

War Measures Act

A federal statute that grants the government emergency powers to limit civil liberties during times of war.

Legislative Branch

Responsible for making laws; includes the House of Commons and the Senate.

Executive Branch

Responsible for implementing and enforcing laws; includes the Prime Minister and the Cabinet.

Judicial Branch

Responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice; includes the court system and judges.

First-Past-The-Post Electoral System

An electoral system where the candidate with the highest number of votes in a riding wins the seat, regardless of whether they achieved an absolute majority.

Collective Rights

Specific rights held by groups in Canadian society, such as Indigenous peoples and Francophones.

Nuremberg Laws

Racial laws in Nazi Germany that stripped Jewish people of citizenship and rights.

The Quiet Revolution

A period of intense socio-political and cultural change in Quebec characterized by secularization and strengthening of the provincial government.

War Measures Act

A federal statute that granted the government emergency powers to limit civil liberties during times of war, invasion, or insurrection.

The Red River Rebellion

A rebellion in Manitoba led by Louis Riel, resulting in the establishment of a provisional government to negotiate with the Canadian government.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

Established following World War II to create a global standard for the protection of human rights.

Legislative Branch

Responsible for making laws; includes the House of Commons and the Senate.

Executive Branch

Responsible for implementing and enforcing laws; includes the Prime Minister and the Cabinet.

Judicial Branch

Responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice; includes the court system and judges.

First-Past-The-Post Electoral System

An electoral system where the candidate with the highest number of votes in a riding wins the seat, regardless of whether they achieved an absolute majority.

Collective Rights

Specific rights held by groups in Canadian society, such as Indigenous peoples and Francophones.

Nuremberg Laws

Racial laws in Nazi Germany that stripped Jewish people of citizenship and rights.

The Quiet Revolution

A period of intense socio-political and cultural change in Quebec characterized by secularization and strengthening of the provincial government.

War Measures Act

A federal statute that granted the government emergency powers to limit civil liberties during times of war, invasion, or insurrection.

The Red River Rebellion

A rebellion in Manitoba led by Louis Riel, resulting in the establishment of a provisional government to negotiate with the Canadian government.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

Established following World War II to create a global standard for the protection of human rights.