Kept language, Roman Catholic religion, civil laws (English criminal line)
Enlarged territory of colony
Once reserved for natives (including Ohio Valley) were part of Quebec
Blocked westward expansion of 13 Colonies
No provision for elected Assembly
Ruled by governor appointed by british gov.
Council of leaders advised governor
Reactions to the Act
British pop. Wanted Elected Assembly
Gov. didn't want to give RC right to vote
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