The move toward responsible government was a key step in Canada's democratic development. Which British North American colony was the first to achieve this in 1847-48?

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The move toward responsible government was a key step in Canada's democratic development. Which British North American colony was the first to achieve this in 1847-48?

ANew Brunswick
BNova Scotia
CProvince of Canada
DPrince Edward Island

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Correct answer: B) Nova Scotia

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Democratic institutions developed gradually. Nova Scotia was the first colony in British North America to attain full responsible government in 1847–48, a system where the government must have the support of the elected assembly.

The move toward responsible government was a key step in Canada's democratic development. Which British North American colony was the first to achieve this in 1847-48?

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