New Zealand in World Wars

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What was the purpose of the National Registration survey in 1915?

To count the number of men fighting overseas

To determine the number of men eligible to go to war (correct)

To raise funds for the war effort

To identify conscientious objectors

In what year did conscription begin in the Second World War?

1939

1941

1940 (correct)

1942

What was the total number of men conscripted in the Second World War?

Over 312,000 (correct)

Over 200,000

Over 300,000

Over 250,000

Why were Māori exempt from conscription?

They were more likely to volunteer Signup and view all the answers

What was 'manpower' conscription used for during the Second World War?

To send people to work in specific workplaces or locations Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for refusing to serve in a war when conscripted due to reasons of conscience?

Conscientious objection Signup and view all the answers

Who were the first to be called up for military service in 1916?

Single men Signup and view all the answers

In the Second World War, what was the age range for men required to register for conscription?

19-45 Signup and view all the answers

What was a major concern for Labour groups and unions regarding conscription?

Exploitation of workers Signup and view all the answers

Why did some pacifist Christian groups object to conscription?

Because they believed bearing arms was against the will of God Signup and view all the answers

How were men divided during the Second World War conscription?

By marital status, age, and number of children Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for exempting Māori from conscription?

Because they were more likely to volunteer Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the suggested alternatives to conscription of men?

Conscription of wealth Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of strikes on industries when conscription began?

They did not have a significant impact on war efforts Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Local Military Service Boards?

To hear appeals from men who did not want to serve Signup and view all the answers

How many men were exempted on religious grounds?

60 Signup and view all the answers

What was the process for conscientious objectors who were called up?

They were imprisoned temporarily to reconsider their objections Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of men conscripted under the conscription law eventually went to serve overseas?

14% Signup and view all the answers