“Canadian Political Culture: The Problem of Americanization” Questions

1. In your opinion, do you feel that Canada has, in fact, lost complete sight of its own culture and is slowly moving towards Americanization? Why?

2. What are the main differences between Canadian and American Political Culture?

3. Is our media at all at fault for promoting “the American way” in our country?

4. If Canada becomes totally Americanized, will we still be able to remain a strong imperialist and hegemonic nation?

5. Will overall respect for Canada as a whole decrease if our country is taken over and “Americanized?”

6. Who do you think currently has a greater sense of community, Canada, or the United States?

7. If in fact Canada becomes Americanized, will the Canadian economy crumble?

8. Do you think the Americanization of Canada can be prevented? If so, how?