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Chapter 9: Growth in the West, Unit Goals: Orange, Essential Questions:…
Chapter 9: Growth in the West
Students will learn about the creation of the North West Mounted Police and the impact it had on Canada
Why was the creation of the North West Mounted Police important for the development of Canada?
The North West Mounted Police helped bring law and order to Western Canada, making it safer and more stable.
The creation of the North West Mounted Police was an important step in creating a stronger, more united Canada.
How did the actions of the North West Mounted Police shape relationships between the government and Indigenous peoples?
The actions of the North West Mounted Police affected how Indigenous peoples viewed the Canadian government, often creating tension and mistrust.
The North West Mounted Police played a key role in how the Canadian government interacted with Indigenous peoples, sometimes protecting them, but also enforcing policies that harmed their way of life
Students will learn about the tension that John A. MacDonald had about keeping the peace in Canada with the police.
How did John A. Macdonald use the police to try to maintain peace in Canada?
John A. Macdonald used the police to enforce laws and keep order, especially in the Western territories, to make Canada a safer place
By using the police, John A. Macdonald tried to balance peace and control, but sometimes his actions led to conflict with certain groups, like Indigenous peoples.
What challenges did John A. Macdonald face in balancing authority and justice during nation-building?
John A. Macdonald faced challenges in using his power to build a strong country while trying to keep things fair for all Canadians.
Balancing authority and justice was difficult for Macdonald, as he had to make tough decisions that sometimes upset different groups in Canada.
Students will learn about how National Policy impacted Canada.
How did the National Policy shape Canada's economy, population, and geography?
The National Policy helped grow Canada’s economy by encouraging settlement, building railways, and promoting trade.
The National Policy changed Canada’s population and geography by bringing more people to the West and connecting different regions of the country.
In what ways did the National Policy benefit some groups in Canada while disadvantaging others?
The National Policy helped businesses and settlers in Canada by promoting trade and development, especially in the West.
While the National Policy benefited some people, like European settlers, it harmed Indigenous peoples and others by taking away their land and rights.
Unit Goals: Orange
Essential Questions: Yellow
Red: Big Ideas