Unit 4: War, Rebellion & Reform1800 to 1850 AD

Major Concept #1

Students will learn that England’s refusal to acknowledge America’s independence in 1783 contributed to another war between the two countries in 1812.

Major Skill #1

Students will learn how to compare and contrast the colonial government of Canada (1820s) with that of Westminster in England.

Major Value #1

Students will come to appreciate why constitutions are so important and so difficult to change.

Major Concept #2

Students will learn how Nova Scotians, English Canadians and French Canadians had to fight to establish democracy in their colonies.

Major Concept #3

Students will learn that French Canadiens loved and appreciated democracy just as much, if not more, than English Canadians.

Major Concept #4

Students will learn that England considered attempting to assimilate the French in the 1840s.

Major Concept #4

Students will learn that Nova Scotia was the first British colony to be granted responsible government.

Major Value #2

Students will learn appreciate how important responsible government is to keeping those in authority accountable to the people for their actions.