Assignment task: Answer ONE of the questions that appear below, using the space provided. Your answer should be in paragraph form (i.e. not in point form), and it should be approximately 2-3 paragraphs in length, with roughly 5-8 sentences per paragraph. Your answer should make specific, detailed reference to examples from both the textbook and the online learning materials. Your answer must be entirely in your own words, unless you are directly quoting the textbook.
Please number your answer to indicate which question you are answering.
If you answer more than one questions, only your first answer will be marked.
1. Is there anything unique about Canadian arts and culture? Why and how have artists, politicians, and policymakers used the arts to de?ne Canadian identity-especially in relation to Canada's southern neighbour? Have their efforts worked, in your opinion? Why or why not?
2. What is regionalism, and what are its causes and consequences in Canada? What are some of the ways that regionalism is expressed? Do you think that regionalism strengthens Canada, or weakens it? Why?
3. Describe how Canada's relationship with the United States has evolved over time. What are some of the international challenges and opportunities that Canada faces in the early 21St century? To what extent does our long history with the United States prepare Canada for meeting these new challenges?