How Well Do You Know Halifax?
Test your knowledge about Canada's best city on the East coast, Halifax!
Questions and Answers
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Hint: they are a set of treaties. Please select your answer by clicking "next."
- 2.
In what year was Halifax founded?
- A.
1718
- B.
1829
- C.
1749
- D.
1901
Correct Answer
C. 1749Explanation
Halifax was founded in 1749 and held a strategic significance being both close to Western Europe, facilitating voyage, and controlling the entrance to the great St-Lawrence River.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who was Edward Cornwallis in relation to Halifax?
- A.
Politician
- B.
Mayor
- C.
Duke
- D.
Governor
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D. GovernorExplanation
Edward Cornwallis founded Halifax in 1749 and became it's Governor for two short years. A statute of him, as illustrated in the picture above now sits across from the Westin Hotel in the downtown Halifax vicinity.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Halifax was previously known as We'kwaltijk.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Halifax was previously known as K'jipuktuk, named by the Mi'kmaq, meaning 'great habour.' K''jipuktuk was part of the larger area of Mi'kmaqi now known as Nova Scotia.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The first inhabitants of Halifax were:
- A.
The Beothuk
- B.
The Maliseet
- C.
The Mi'kmaq
- D.
The Innu
Correct Answer
C. The Mi'kmaqExplanation
The Mi'kmaq were the first inhabitants of Halifax. This indigenous group has a long history in the region and were present in the area for thousands of years before European settlers arrived. The Mi'kmaq people have a rich culture and connection to the land, and their presence in Halifax predates any other indigenous groups such as the Beothuk, Maliseet, or Innu.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The fort built in Halifax in 1749, as a strategic plan of defence in response to the French "Louisbourg" on Cape Breton Island, is called
Correct Answer
Citadel HillExplanation
The fort is called Citadel Hill. It was built in 1749 by the British to protect Halifax's naval base and harbour against enemies.Rate this question:
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What historical figure stands outside of the Halifax Public Library on Spring Garden Rd.?
- A.
Benjamin Franklin
- B.
Winston Churchill
- C.
John F. Kennedy
- D.
Napoleon
Correct Answer
B. Winston ChurchillExplanation
Winston Churchill stands outside of the Halifax Public Library on Spring Garden Rd. Churchill was a prominent historical figure known for his leadership as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during World War II. He played a crucial role in shaping the outcome of the war and is widely respected for his strong leadership and determination. His statue outside the library serves as a tribute to his significant contributions to history.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In what public park located in Halifax, once named "We'kwaltijk," holds a Mi'kmaq cultural site?
- A.
Mary Clayton Memorial Park
- B.
Victoria Park
- C.
Africville Park
- D.
Point Pleasant Park
Correct Answer
D. Point Pleasant ParkExplanation
The Park in question is Point Pleasant. Historical Site 4 within the Park commemorates Mi'kmaq use and presence in and along the North West Arm.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The Halifax Ale House located on Brunswick street was once the home to what important organization in the late 19th century??
- A.
The Halifax Poor Asylum
- B.
Inglis School
- C.
The Salvation Army
- D.
Rock Head Prison
Correct Answer
C. The Salvation ArmyExplanation
The correct answer is The Salvation Army. The Halifax Ale House, located on Brunswick Street, was once the home to this important organization in the late 19th century. The Salvation Army is a well-known charitable organization that provides assistance to those in need, including food, shelter, and other support services. It is likely that the Halifax Ale House was repurposed or used by The Salvation Army to carry out their mission of helping the less fortunate during that time period.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Where the MacKay Bridge now stands was the home to many black loyalists and refugees of the War of 1812. This place was called
Correct Answer
AfricvilleExplanation
Africville was the name of the place where the MacKay Bridge now stands, and it was the home to many black loyalists and refugees of the War of 1812. This community was established by black Nova Scotians who had been promised land and freedom in exchange for their loyalty to the British during the American Revolutionary War. Africville became a vibrant and close-knit community, but unfortunately, it was eventually demolished in the 1960s due to urban renewal efforts, displacing its residents and erasing an important part of black Canadian history.Rate this question:
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What were these documents called?
- A.
Peace and Land Treaties
- B.
Peace and Friendship Treaties
- C.
First Nations Treaties
- D.
Douglas Treaties
Correct Answer
B. Peace and Friendship TreatiesExplanation
The correct answer is Peace and Friendship Treaties. These documents were called Peace and Friendship Treaties. These treaties were agreements made between the British Crown and various Indigenous nations in the 18th and 19th centuries in what is now Canada. The treaties aimed to establish peaceful relationships, define boundaries, and secure the rights and interests of both parties. They often involved the exchange of land for various benefits, such as protection, trade, or financial compensation. The Peace and Friendship Treaties played a significant role in shaping the relationship between Indigenous peoples and the Canadian government.Rate this question:
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