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100
This cause of WWI is an extreme pride or love for your country.
What is Nationalism
100
This event happened on December 6, 1917 and can be symbolized by a Christmas tree.
What is the Halifax Explosion
100
The name of the Prime Minister during WWI.
Who was Robert Borden
100
These countries were members of the Triple Entente Alliance
Britain, France, Canada, Russia
100
_____ was the largest power that bordered Germany on the Eastern Front.
What is Russia?
200
The event that sparked WWI.
What is assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand.
200
What were two (2) specific reasons Canadians willingly enlisted in the war?
Patriotism and pride in Canada and Britain (strong connections to Britain)
A sense of adventure and excitement for soldiers
Secure job and payment as a soldier
Feelings of guilt or pity for Europe, such as Belgium
200
This individual was Canada's first Minister of Militia, known for sub-par weapons.
Who is Sir Sam Hughes
200
Which perspective does this propaganda poster demonstrate? BONUS 100 - What were their thoughts about the war, and why?
French Canadians
200
Since Black Canadians were unable to enlist in the frontline army, they participated in this instead
What is No 2 Construction Battalion
300
This is the name of the Serbian terrorist group who committed a murder.
Black Hand
300
Two methods of raising money and resources for the war included:
Victory bonds, victory gardens
300
What was a merchant marine, and what was its role in the war?
Support ships; delivered food and munitions overseas to Britain
300
When Germany invaded this neutral country, it angered Britain and France and inspired them to keep fighting.
Belgium
300
If a pilot killed five enemies, what title was he given?
Bonus: What is the name of a WWI pilot?
Ace, Billy Bishop, Roy Brown, etc.
400
This ship was destroyed by German u-boats and led to America joining the war.
What is the Lusitania
400
Robert Borden's political opponent during the 1917 election.
Bonus: What was this opponent's thoughts about Conscription and why?
Who is Wilfrid Laurier, various
400
Prime Minister Borden created this to increase safety for citizens in Canada at the start of war.
Bonus 100 - What was one short-term and one long-term effect of this action?
War Measures Act
Short-term - internment of "enemy aliens" (i.e. people with Italian or German heritage)
Long-term - increased racism / increased government control
400
To obtain votes, list one specific Act Robert Borden introduced and describe what it did.
Wartime Elections Act - gave women the vote if family in the army
Military Voters Act - gave overseas soldiers the vote
400
What were two major events that happened in 1917 (not battles?)
America enters the war; Russia leaves the war; Halifax Explosion; Conscription Crisis / Federal election
500
List the four long-term causes of WWI, and explain which cause was most significant in your opinion.
Various
500
Describe two long-term effects of the Halifax Explosion.
Various (increased healthcare; increased homelessness; better relationship to Boston,...)
500
Explain three major technological innovations of WWI and the historical significance of each
- Machine Gun
- Dirigibles
- Tanks
- Chemical Warfare
- 60-pounder gun
500
List three punishments Germany received in the Treaty of Versailles, and describe which one you think was least fair and why.
Various.
500
Briefly describe the Paris Peace Conference, including who was involved, its purpose, and the outcome.
Bonus 100: Consider Continuity and Change - how does the Paris Peace Conference affect Canada’s autonomy (independence) and international recognition?
Paris Peace Conference was a meeting between winning countries in the war (Britain, France, America, etc.). It created two things, the League of Nations and the Treaty of Versailles.
Prime Minister Borden pushed for Canada to have its own seat at the Conference, separate from Britain, which increased its independence on the world stage.