Canadian Women's Rights Activists and the Komagata Maru Incident

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Who was the first female magistrate in the British Empire in 1916?

Emily Murphy

What was the significance of the Persons Case?

Led to changes in Canadian immigration policies

Who pioneered the campaign to have women recognized as persons under Canadian law?

Nellie McClung

What led to July 1, 1923 being known as Humiliation Day by Chinese Canadians?

<p>The suffering of Chinese immigrants due to discriminatory regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Komagata Maru incident and its significance?

<p>Denied entry into Canada and exposed discrimination, leading to changes in Canadian immigration policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which event resulted in amendments to the BNA Act for women to be considered persons under the law?

<p>A legal case brought forth by the Famous Five</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge?

<p>Canada’s greatest moment in WW1, led to the donation of land on Hill 152 to Canada by the French</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Shellshock?

<p>Physiological symptoms from exposure to warfare in trenches</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the War Guilt Clause?

<p>It forced Germany to accept responsibility for WW1 and pay reparations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of War of Attrition?

<p>A period of conflict in which the sides wore out gradually by a small series of actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the On To Ottawa Trek?

<p>Never reached Ottawa, stopped in Saskatchewan by RCMP, some leaders went on to Ottawa, talks resulted in some improvements and higher wages in camps</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Dust Bowl?

<p>A name given to prairies during the great depression, when a series of droughts dried up the soil and turned most into dust</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was RB Bennett?

<p>Prime Minister of Canada from 1930-1935</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Buying on Credit?

<p>A way to buy goods immediately and pay for them over time with added interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Winnipeg General Strike 1919?

<p>'May 15th, 1919, Winnipeg workers went on strike to protest against poor working conditions'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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