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Canadian Confederation Practice Exam

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In what year did Prince Edward Island join Confederation?
Correct Answer:
1873
Explanation:
Prince Edward Island’s entry into Confederation happened later because its decision was tied to specific terms and promises, not just a blanket move with the rest of the colonies. When Confederation began in 1867, PEI did not join then; the terms offered at that time didn’t satisfy island interests and there was strong local opposition. It wasn’t until 1873, after Ottawa pledged to address PEI’s financial needs and to connect the island to the rest of Canada with a funded Intercolonial Railway, that PEI agreed to join. PEI became a province on July 1, 1873. So the correct year is 1873.

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