In which colony was the first responsible government in British North America achieved, in 1848?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Nova Scotia, led by Joseph Howe and Reformers
- Step 1: Responsible government means the cabinet must keep the support of elected members. Step 2. Nova Scotia achieved it first, in 1848, with the Province of Canada soon after. Answer: Nova Scotia. Why not the others: Mackenzie and Papineau led the armed rebellions of 1837-38 that failed to win it.
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