Canadian History and Historical Thinking Concepts

Which historical thinking concept is best exemplified by examining how the sinking of the Titanic led to changes in maritime safety protocols and the subsequent sinking of another ship, due to too many lifeboats?

The Komagata Maru incident is an example of a direct conflict between Canadian laws and which of the following groups?

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Presentism' in historical analysis?

What was the primary goal of the Continuous Passage Act of 1904, as it relates to Canadian Immigration?

What is the main difference between Imperialists and Nationalists during the time period described?

When applying 'Historical Perspective,' what is the key action one should take when studying the past?

What was a major underlying issue with the Numbered Treaties of 1871–1921, from the perspective of Indigenous peoples?

What distinguishes primary evidence from other forms of historical evidence?

Which act formally recognized Indigenous land rights unless ceded by treaty?

What was the primary purpose of the Indian Act of 1876?

Which battle is known for marking the first use of poison gas in WWI?

Which battle is regarded as a key moment in the development of Canada's national identity?

What term describes the belief or desire for a country to maintain a strong military and be prepared to aggressively use it to defend or promote national interests?

What was the area between the Allied and German alliances known as during World War I?

What medical condition, resulting from prolonged exposure to wet and muddy trench conditions, often required amputation?

What was the primary role of Billy Bishop during World War I?

Which Canadian Prime Minister introduced income tax in 1917?

What was the main purpose of the Wartime Election Act of 1917?

What major event in Halifax resulted in a large number of casualties and extensive damage in December 1917?

What is the term for the legal banning of alcohol, as put in place in Canada in 1918?

What was the Persons Case which was won in court in 1929?

The 1918 pandemic killed millions globally, what was it?

Which art movement is known for its landscape paintings celebrating the natural beauty of Canada?

Which Canadian artist is recognized for their portrayals of First Nations villages and British Columbia's landscapes?

The Halibut Treaty of 1923 primarily concerned which matter?

In what way did the Chanak Affair demonstrate Canada's growing independence?

What was the primary focus of the Treaty of Versailles?

Which of the following best describes the purpose of OPCVL when analyzing historical documents?

What is the primary aim of using the concept of historical significance?

What does the historical concept of 'continuity' primarily refer to?

What is a key characteristic of a primary source?

What does 'historical perspective' involve when judging past individuals?

What is the crucial thing to remember when analyzing cause and consequence in history?

What was a major consequence for Indigenous people after being placed on reserves?

What did the Royal Proclamation of 1763 recognize regarding land ownership in Canada?

What is 'presentism' when discussing history?

What was the main difference between Imperialists and Nationalists in early 1900s Canada?

How did the Canadian government's approach to treaty relationships shift after Confederation in 1867?

What was a key purpose of the Indian Act passed in 1876?

What was the consequence of the Continuous Passage Act of 1908 to immigrants?

What was the actual effect of marketing the reserves as a way to protect Indigenous people?

What was a primary reason why many Black Canadians were initially rejected from enlisting in the Canadian military during WWI?

What is an example of how the Indian Act restricted First Nations peoples?

Why is it important to study propaganda from the past?

How did English Canadians view Canada's growth in the early 1900s?

What was the main role of the segregated construction battalion that some Black Canadians were eventually recruited into?

Why were many Canadians of German and Ukrainian heritage rejected from military service during WWI?

What was a primary concern for French Canadians in early 1900s Canada?

What was a common experience for European immigrants arriving in Canada?

What was the primary reason women in Canada were restricted to serving as nurses rather than as soldiers, sailors, or pilots during World War I?

What was a significant condition that affected soldiers due to living in trenches during World War I?

What was a significant issue faced by Asian immigrants, particularly those from China and Japan, in Canada?

What was a major effect of the 1908 amendment to the Indian Act?

What was a key contribution of Canada's naval forces during WWI?

What did the 1911 amendment to the Indian Act enable municipalities and companies to do?

Why did many Indigenous men choose to enlist in the Canadian military despite not being encouraged to do so?

What does the content suggest about prior practices between Indigenous people and the British before the Numbered Treaties?

Besides providing medical care, what other roles did women fulfill during the war effort?

What was a main consequence of the conditions on reserves in early 20th century Canada?

Why was the advancement of industrialization a key factor in making WWI different than previous wars?

In what way did the Indigenous peoples show resistance against the government in the early 1900s?

What was a typical aspect of daily life for soldiers living in the trenches?

What was the term 'no man's land' used to describe during World War I?

What was a major factor contributing to the government seeing Indigenous people as obstacles?

What was a significant contribution of Canadians in the 'war in the air' during WWI?

What contribution did Canadian merchant ships and warships provide during the 'war at sea'?

What was the primary mission of Billy Bishop during World War I?

What was a primary characteristic of the early labor movement in Canada?

What percentage of British pilots were Canadian by the end of the war?

What was a significant impact of the Battle of Vimy Ridge on Canada?

Which BEST describes the impact of industrialization on many Canadian workers?

What was the main objective of the Canadian forces during the Battle of Passchendaele?

What was a key factor that led to the formation of alliances in Europe before World War I?

What was one of the major causes of WWI?

What was the purpose of the establishment of colonies by European nations?

Which battle is associated with the first use of poison gas in World War I?

What was the 'Chinese Head Tax' enacted by the Canadian government?

What was a common motivation for Canadians to volunteer for World War I, besides patriotism?

How did many Chinese and Japanese immigrants manage to thrive in Canada despite facing discrimination?

What did the term 'militarism' refer to in the lead-up to World War I?

What worry did French Canadians express in early 20th century Canada?

What role did Canada's Hundred Days play in the context of World War I?

In the early 20th century, what was a conflicting aspect of Canadian identity?

What was a significant factor that contributed to the shift from voluntary enlistment to conscription in Canada?

What was the main purpose of the Victory Loan Campaigns introduced by Prime Minister Borden?

What was the primary reason for French-Canadian opposition to conscription?

Why was Sir Sam Hughes asked to resign as minister in 1916?

Why was the Halifax explosion indirectly connected to the conscription debate?

Which metals were in especially high demand for munitions production during the war?

What does 'conscription' mean in the context of World War I?

What was Prime Minister Borden's policy on conscription at the start of the war?

What was a major factor contributing to the rise of inflation in Canada during the war?

How did the Wartime Election Act of 1917 affect women's suffrage in Canada?

What was a consequence of the Halifax Explosion?

How did the introduction of conscription affect political dynamics in the country?

What was the main reason why some munitions companies were hesitant to hire women during the war?

Approximately how many men who were conscripted ultimately made it to the frontlines before the war ended?

What was one of the significant ways Canada contributed to the war effort as a whole?

What was a significant negative experience faced by many Canadians of German or Austro-Hungarian descent during World War I?

What was a method for Canadians to avoid having to fight in WWI?

What was a major consequence for 'enemy aliens' living in Canada during WWI?

What impact did the war have on women's roles and perceptions in Canadian society?

Which of the following was NOT a factor that contributed to unrest during the war?

Besides producing weapons and shells, what other types of military equipment were being manufactured in Canada towards the end of the war?

Which of the following is best described as the main role of voting during WWI?

What was a known symptom experienced by some soldiers who suffered from what was then called “shell shock”?

What type of ship caused the Halifax Explosion?

What was the primary goal of Prime Minister Borden in relation to the Canadian Corps during the war?

What was the main reason for the initial ease of volunteer enlistment at the start of the war?

What action did some meat packers take during the war, contributing to the rise in prices?

How did the war impact the development of Canadian industry?

What was a significant event that led to political instability during WWI?

What was a common experience for women working in factories during the war?

What percentage of veterans were unemployed by 1921?

Which of the following factors contributed most significantly to women gaining the right to vote in Canada in 1918?

What was one of the main economic challenges Canada faced after World War I?

What was the primary issue faced by war veterans regarding government support?

In what way did Canada’s economy improve during the 1920s?

What shift occurred in Canadian literature after World War I?

Why did women often have to give up their jobs after World War I?

What was a significant reason for the Maritimes' struggles during the 1920s?

What became Canada’s largest trading partner in the 1920s?

Which of the following best describes how many veterans experienced their war injuries?

What role did labor unions play regarding war veterans in Canada?

What shift in energy sources helped stimulate Canada’s economy in the 1920s?

What aspect of the photograph taken during WWI highlights a challenge faced by Japanese Canadian soldiers?

What limitation does the photograph's portrayal present regarding the reality of war for Japanese Canadian soldiers?

How does the purpose of the photograph contribute to its value as a primary source?

What can be inferred about the time period from the photograph of Japanese Canadian soldiers?

What is a significant element the author intentionally leaves out in the photograph's narrative?

In what way does the photograph serve as a primary source for understanding Japanese Canadians' contributions?

Which of the following reflects a common misconception about Japanese Canadian soldiers based on the photograph?

What does the author's choice of a positive depiction of soldiers suggest about their perspective?

What key action did Canada take regarding the League of Nations in 1919?

Which significant event marked the first time Canada acted independently from British influence?

What was the main outcome of the Persons Case in 1929?

What contributed to the outbreak of the Winnipeg General Strike in 1919?

What was the aim of Prohibition enacted in Canada in 1918?

Which artist was known for depicting First Nations villages and landscapes of British Columbia?

What was the significant legacy of Frederick Banting's discovery?

What was the purpose of wartime propaganda used during WWI?

What significant event did the Chanak Affair represent for Canada?

Which group of artists is recognized for shaping a unique Canadian art style?

What was a main cause of inflation in Canada after WWI?

What did the Halibut Treaty symbolize for Canada?

What did the King-Byng Crisis of 1926 lead to in Canada?

Who were the Famous Five?

What significant impact did the Spanish flu have on Canada after the war?

Which of the following was a consequence of the Treaty of Versailles?

What was the main argument presented by Prime Minister Robert Borden at the Paris Peace Conference?

Which new country was carved out of the former Ottoman Empire after the war?

How did many Arabs in the Ottoman Empire feel after the war?

What was one major flaw of Toronto Central Prison during its operation?

What does the OPCVL technique help students analyze?

What was one condition imposed on Germany by the Treaty of Versailles related to military forces?

What was a key turning point in Canada's status following World War I?

What was the main purpose of the output from OPCVL analysis?

Which of the following was a characteristic of the Andrew Mercer Reformatory for women?

What was the nature of the agreements between Britain and France regarding the Middle East?

What construction followed the closure of Toronto Central Prison in 1915?

In what year did Canada participate independently in the Paris Peace Conference?