Canadian Pacific Quiz

When did Confederation happen in Canada?

• July 1st, 1870

• June 1st, 1870

• June 1st, 1867

• July 1st, 1867

What did British Columbia demand before joining Canada?

• Independence from Canada

• Control over its resources

• A large sum of money

• A railway connecting the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans

How much money and land was given to build the railway?

• 15 million dollars and 15 million acres of land

• 30 million dollars and 30 million acres of land

• 20 million dollars and 20 million acres of land

• 25 million dollars and 25 million acres of land

When did the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway begin?

• 1881

• 1871

• 1901

• 1891

Who were the majority of the workers recruited to build the railway?

• French workers

• Chinese workers

• Canadian workers

• British workers

What was the Northwest rebellion?

• A conflict over the construction of the railway through native lands

• A dispute over land ownership

• A protest against taxes

• A battle for independence from Britain

Who drove the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway?

• John A. Macdonald

• Donald Smith

• William Cornelius Van Horne

• George Stephen

How long did it take to complete the Canadian Pacific Railway?

• Twelve years

• Seven years

• Ten years

• Five years

What is one of the largest rail lines in Canada today?

• Canadian Pacific Railway

• Canadian National Railway

• Ontario Northland Railway

• British Columbia Railway

What did the development of railroads lead to in terms of amusement?

• Water slides

• Ferris wheels

• Bumper cars

• Roller coasters