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WW1 Causes
WW1 Battles
Home Front
1920s
1930s
100
Which countries made up the Triple Alliance?
Austria Hungary, Italy, Germany
100
Which Battle did Canadians first encounter gas attacks?
The 2nd battle of Ypres
100
Which Prime Minister led Canada into the war?
Prime Minister Borden
100
What major international event had occurred to the Canadian government on guard against criticism and protests?
The Russian Revolution
100
What occurred on Oct 29th 1929 and is generally considered the start of the worst economic period in modern history?
The stock market crash
200
Which countries made up the triple entente ?
France, Britain, Russia
200
Why did the war descend into a trench nightmare stalemate?
Development of the machine gun forced soldiers underground
200
Which part of Canada opposed the war and would become the most outspoken critics of conscription?
French Canadians
200
Following the war, many Canadians were struggling. Why?
The end of war forced factories to slow down and lay people off. Prices went up and people lost jobs. Soldiers were not given an adequate payout for their service. Protests began.
200
Which Prime Minister at first took the 'competitive state' approach, but later agreed to spend money on social programs and work camps.
Bennet
300
Describe the significant event that sparked hostilities in the 'powder keg' of Europe. (who, where, why)
Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie were assassinated by Gavrilo Princip in Sarajevo. Princip was a Serbian Nationalist who wanted to Serbia to be free from the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
300
Which battle did nearly the entire Newfoundland regiment perish in?
The Somme
300
What were three significant ways that women contributed to the war effort?
Working in factories producing munitions. Saving and cutting back on vital resources. Serving overseas as Nurses. Promoting enlistment.
300
What major event of 1919 ended in the famous "bloody saturday"
The Winnipeg General Strike of 1919 led to Mounties and strikers clashing violently.
300
What was the On to Ottawa trek?
the RCWU (relief camp workers union) protested low wages and camp conditions by boarding the trains in BC and attempting to travel all the way to Ottawa in protest.
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What strategy did German use to invade France, forcing Britain to honor its alliance agreement and enter the war?
the Schliefen plan; Invade through Belgium. Belgium had an agreement with Britain if they were attacked.
400
Which battle did Canadian troops implement a new strategy of rolling barrage, claiming a historic victory over German forces?
Vimy Ridge
400
How did Canada finance its war effort? (3 ways)
Loans Creating and Income Tax Victory Bonds
400
The late 1920s were considered BOOMING! Why?
Economy managed to recover with the rise of consumerism. Jobs were plentiful, and people enjoyed increased standards of living.
400
How did Mackenzie King plan to help with the Depression?
Equalization payments, and eventually, leading Canada into WW2.
500
List and describe the causes of WW1 using the MANIAC acronym.
Militarism - Build of of armies Alliances - Complex system of war commitments to allies that draw countries into conflicts. Nationalism - A growth of the nationalist movement that conflicts directly with... Imperialism - Achieving wealth and power through dominance Assassination - the spark... Crisis - Break down of diplomacy that could have prevented the war.
500
Who was the first Canadian given his own command of Canadian troops, and what battle did he lead Canadian soldiers to a costly victory?
Commander Arthur Currie. The battle of Paschendaele
500
Explain the Military voters act and how it led to the creation of the Military Service act.
The military voters act (conscription) was very controversial. He was concerned we would not be reelected, so he extended the vote to women who had family members already serving, as well as to soldiers over seas. These groups would increase support and win him the election.
500
The first woman to be elected into Canadian Parliament
Agnes McPhail
500
What were three significant Causes of the great depression?
Over Production, Buying on Margin, Protectionism (Tariffs) Over reliance on wheat.