Canadian History 20th Century
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Which beach did the Canadians attack on D-Day?

  • Omaha Beach
  • Juno Beach (correct)
  • Utah Beach
  • Gold Beach
  • The Japanese population in Canada was sent to internment camps on the coast during the Second World War.

    False (B)

    What organization did Canada join in 1945?

    United Nations

    The Allied powers decided to _______ Germany after World War II.

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    Match the following individuals with their accomplishments:

    <p>Leo Major = Liberated Zwolle, Netherlands Lester B. Pearson = Helped establish peace in the Suez Crisis Canada = Advanced the farthest on Juno Beach in D-Day Canadian Government = Forced Japanese population into internment camps during WW2</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Internment Camps

    The forced relocation and confinement of a specific population group during wartime due to suspicion or fear.

    Leo Major

    A Canadian soldier who single-handedly liberated the Dutch city of Zwolle from Nazi control.

    Post-WWII Germany Policy

    The Allied powers' strategy after World War II to prevent future conflicts by dividing Germany, demilitarizing it, and promoting democracy.

    Cold War

    The period of intense geopolitical rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union after World War II, characterized by ideological differences and nuclear threats.

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    Lester B. Pearson

    A Canadian diplomat who played a crucial role in resolving the Suez Crisis of 1956 and won the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts.

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    Study Notes

    Japanese Internment in Canada During WWII

    • Japanese Canadians were forced into internment camps in British Columbia during WWII.

    Liberation of Zwolle, Netherlands

    • Leo Major liberated Zwolle, Netherlands from Nazi control.

    Canadian Advance on D-Day

    • Canadian forces advanced furthest on D-Day at Juno Beach.

    Post-WWII Germany

    • Allied powers divided Germany, demilitarized it, and promoted democracy to prevent future wars.

    Cold War Rivalry

    • The USA and Soviet Union competed during the Cold War.

    Canada and the United Nations

    • Canada joined the United Nations in 1945.

    Suez Crisis Peacemaking

    • Lester B. Pearson helped resolve the Suez Crisis in 1956.

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    Explore significant events in Canadian history during the 20th century. This quiz covers topics from WWII internment of Japanese Canadians to Canada's role in the United Nations and involvement in global crises. Test your knowledge of Canada’s historical milestones!

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