SOCIAL STUDIES 7
Index
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Brief Description of Course:
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Grade 7 students will explore the origins, histories and movements of peoples, who forged the foundations of Canadian Confederation. They will examine the political, demographic, economic and social changes that have occurred since Confederation and how it has influenced ways in which contemporary Canada has evolved.
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Key Outcomes
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7.1 - Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the distinct roles of, and the relationships among, the Aboriginal, French and British peoples in forging the foundations of Canadian Confederation. Students will appreciate the influence of diverse Aboriginal, French and British peoples on events leading to Confederation.Students will appreciate the challenges of co-existence among peoples.
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7.2 - Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of how the political, demographic, economic and social changes that have occurred since Confederation have presented challenges and opportunities for individuals and communities.
Students will recognize the positive and negative aspects of immigration, migration and the consequences of political decisions. Students will appreciate the challenges that individuals and communities face when confronted with rapid change
Glossary
No homework over the break. Unless your note package wasn't complete before the holidays. Continue reviewing concepts over the break in preparation for the test upon return (we will review before then.)
For the chapter 3 test, it is important to know the following:
Le mercantilisme
Walter Raleigh
Pourquoi coloniser (4)
13 colonies
L'économie/commerce des Britanniques
Terre-Neuve + John Cabot
La forteresse de Louisbourg et Nouvelle-Ecosse
Les perspectives Mi'kmaq