The area of trenches that ran through Belgium and France
What is the Western Front
This group of people entered the workforce in mass and took over roles that were previously filled by soldier
Who are women
This Canadian made weapon proved ineffective during the early years of war. It would easily jam in battle.
What is the Ross Rifle
WWI ended on...
What is November 11, 1918
This was used by both sides to influence citizens on the home front to join the war effort
What is propaganda
a fungal infection that can be triggered by muddy and wet conditions in the trench
What is Trench Foot
Two ships collided, one of them holding explosives
What is the Halifax Explosion
First instance of gas in the war
WWI ended with an...
What is an armistice
These were sold to Canadians to help fund the war / considered a way to donate and make a contribution
What are victory bonds
Looking over the _______ in the trenches may prompt a sniper's bullet
What is the parapet
This group did not support the war effort because they had no ties to Britain
Who are Quebecers
The No. 2 construction battalion supported the war effort by:
What is digging trenches and ditches
The agreement that left Germany with sole responsibility for the war
What is the Treaty of Versailles
One of the reasons why Canadians flocked to enlist
What is: You wanted to travel, Your friends joined OR You heard the war would be a short one
Soldiers that are seriously injured or died in the war
What are casualties
Introduced by the government to pay for the war effort - citizens had no choice in the matter
Income Tax
What is the battle of Somme
Russia, Ottoman Empire, Austria-Hungary, Germany
What are the four empires to collapse after WW1
This was considered a political crisis at the end of war. Canada needed troops and the government had to figure out a way to ensure we stayed in the fight.
What is conscription
Considered the most famous Canadian ace during the war
Who is Billy Bishop
When citizens at home limit their food usage to provide for troops on the frontline
What is rationing
Canada's offensive that pushed back German forces to end the war
What were Canada's 100 Days
Communist revolution ended this country's participation in WW1 early
Who is Russia
This Ship was sunken by a German U-boat and prompted the US into getting involved into WWI
What is the Lusitania