Which British colony was the first to gain responsible government?
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Nova Scotia
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Which British colony was the first to gain responsible government?
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Nova Scotia
What was the name of the 1837 rebellion in Upper Canada?
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Upper Canada Rebellion
Who was the last British monarch to rule over the American colonies?
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George III
In which year did the British government purchase shares in the Suez Canal?
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1875
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