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What was the primary purpose of the 'Military Service Act'?
What was the primary purpose of the 'Military Service Act'?
The 'Wartimes Election Act' benefited only soldiers who were serving overseas.
The 'Wartimes Election Act' benefited only soldiers who were serving overseas.
False (B)
Who became Prime Minister of Canada in July 1920?
Who became Prime Minister of Canada in July 1920?
Arthur Meighen
In the 1920s, there was a significant shift from rural areas to ______ due to urbanization.
In the 1920s, there was a significant shift from rural areas to ______ due to urbanization.
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Match the event with its significance in Canadian history:
Match the event with its significance in Canadian history:
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What effect did war have on immigrants from countries at war with Britain and Canada?
What effect did war have on immigrants from countries at war with Britain and Canada?
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What contributed to the need for conscription during World War 1?
What contributed to the need for conscription during World War 1?
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What was one key factor that caused the government to go bankrupt during the Depression?
What was one key factor that caused the government to go bankrupt during the Depression?
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Wealthy Canadians did not benefit from the economic conditions during the Depression.
Wealthy Canadians did not benefit from the economic conditions during the Depression.
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How did R.B. Bennett's response to the Depression differ from William Lyon Mackenzie King's?
How did R.B. Bennett's response to the Depression differ from William Lyon Mackenzie King's?
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Relief camps were created by the Canadian government to provide __________ for unemployed workers during the Depression.
Relief camps were created by the Canadian government to provide __________ for unemployed workers during the Depression.
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Match the groups with how they were affected during the Depression:
Match the groups with how they were affected during the Depression:
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What action did Ducan Campbell Scott threaten to take against Loft?
What action did Ducan Campbell Scott threaten to take against Loft?
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King made it legal for First Nations to raise money for land claims in 1927.
King made it legal for First Nations to raise money for land claims in 1927.
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What was the government's action towards First Nations activism by the 1930s?
What was the government's action towards First Nations activism by the 1930s?
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Between 1919-1931, approximately _______ million immigrants arrived in Canada.
Between 1919-1931, approximately _______ million immigrants arrived in Canada.
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Match the following immigration policies with their details:
Match the following immigration policies with their details:
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What genre of music was predominant in the 1920s?
What genre of music was predominant in the 1920s?
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The government policies of the late 1910s and 1920s showed no discrimination in immigration practices.
The government policies of the late 1910s and 1920s showed no discrimination in immigration practices.
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In what year did the Chinese Exclusion Act become law?
In what year did the Chinese Exclusion Act become law?
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The government's actions between 1923 and 1947 allowed only _______ immigrants from China.
The government's actions between 1923 and 1947 allowed only _______ immigrants from China.
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Which inventor is credited with the development of the radio?
Which inventor is credited with the development of the radio?
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Henry Ford revolutionized transportation primarily through the invention of the airplane.
Henry Ford revolutionized transportation primarily through the invention of the airplane.
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What was the term for the economic downturn that began on October 29, 1929?
What was the term for the economic downturn that began on October 29, 1929?
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The ban on the selling and drinking of alcohol is known as __________.
The ban on the selling and drinking of alcohol is known as __________.
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Match the following events with their descriptions:
Match the following events with their descriptions:
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What was a significant shift in investment patterns in Canada after WWI?
What was a significant shift in investment patterns in Canada after WWI?
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Immigrants in 1920s Canada were treated fairly and without discrimination.
Immigrants in 1920s Canada were treated fairly and without discrimination.
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Name one group of immigrants that were barred from entering Canada in 1919.
Name one group of immigrants that were barred from entering Canada in 1919.
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By the 1930s, American firms controlled __________% of Canada's industries.
By the 1930s, American firms controlled __________% of Canada's industries.
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What illegal activity did Canadians engage in during American prohibition?
What illegal activity did Canadians engage in during American prohibition?
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What was the primary form of music in the 1920s in Canada?
What was the primary form of music in the 1920s in Canada?
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The 1923 Chinese Exclusion Act allowed thousands of Chinese immigrants into Canada.
The 1923 Chinese Exclusion Act allowed thousands of Chinese immigrants into Canada.
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What significant cultural change took place in Canada after WWI related to music?
What significant cultural change took place in Canada after WWI related to music?
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The 1923 Chinese Exclusion Act was passed on __________ Day.
The 1923 Chinese Exclusion Act was passed on __________ Day.
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Match the following cultural changes with their descriptions:
Match the following cultural changes with their descriptions:
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What was one impact of jazz music on dance during the 1920s?
What was one impact of jazz music on dance during the 1920s?
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Adults universally accepted jazz music and dance in the 1920s.
Adults universally accepted jazz music and dance in the 1920s.
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Between which years were only 15 Chinese individuals allowed immigration to Canada?
Between which years were only 15 Chinese individuals allowed immigration to Canada?
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Jazz music originated in __________.
Jazz music originated in __________.
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What event is associated with the ultimate form of humiliation for the Chinese Canadian community?
What event is associated with the ultimate form of humiliation for the Chinese Canadian community?
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Study Notes
World War I
- Imperialism is a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force, while nationalism is a strong attachment to a particular country or region.
- Propaganda is the spreading of biased or misleading information to promote a political cause or point of view. It was used in Canada to promote war and encourage men to enlist and convince women to support the war effort.
- Main causes of WWI: militarism (powerful armies needed to fight), alliances (countries promised to help each other), imperialism (competing for colonies), and nationalism (competition for national pride or supremacy).
- The spark that started WWI was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand by Gavrilo Princip.
- Canada was involved in WWI because it was a British colony, obligated to fight alongside Great Britain.
- The Canadian government had discriminatory policies against non-white Canadians who were at first refused to fight in the war, despite the need for more soldiers. As the war progressed, more non-white Canadians were enlisted in non-combat roles.
- The Canadian government created prejudice and discriminatory policies towards African Canadians and people of colour, at first forbidding them from fighting in the war initially. Slowly as the war progressed and more soldiers were needed, the government accepted them for non-combat roles such as building/managing supplies.
World War I (Continued)
- New weapons of WWI include: tanks, poison gas, U-boats, zeppelins, and machine guns.
- Spies were used by both sides during the war, with spies being harshly punished.
- Conscription was implemented in Canada to compensate for the losses of soldiers and meet recruiting needs. This created great divide within the country.
- The "Khaki Election" (1917) was the election held by Borden in order to gain favour for his conscription bill, using the opportunity of the ongoing war and need of men for front lines, to get what he wanted.
World War I (Continued)
- Victory bonds were donations to support soldiers.
- Enemy aliens were treated poorly.
- Military Service Act allowed CND and EUR soldiers to vote.
- The League of Nations was created by the US to try and prevent further wars.
- Battles like the Battle of Ypres, the Somme, and Vimy Ridge, shaped Canadian military history, showing their resolve and strength. They gained recognition there.
Other Information (from Pages)
- There were several battles mentioned in the reading materials.
- Specific groups mentioned include the Germans, the British, the French, the Russians, and many other countries involved in WWI and later in WWII.
- Various individuals were mentioned such as kings, politicians, generals, and other military leaders from various countries, including Canada .
- Other notable factors discussed include different types of technology and innovation, cultural changes, and the impact of the war.
- Information contained various dates and locations related to events, countries impacted, and the people involved.
- Several names of prominent figures were mentioned.
- There is mention of economic changes and political strategies during and after the war.
- Topics concerning wartime leadership, political decisions, economic and social impacts of the war, as well as other details of the war.
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Test your knowledge on key events in Canadian history from World War I through the Great Depression. This quiz covers important acts, leadership changes, and the socio-economic impacts of these periods. Understand how different groups were affected and the government's responses during challenging times.
