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What was significant about the Halibut Treaty signed in 1923?
What was significant about the Halibut Treaty signed in 1923?
What was the primary outcome of the King-Byng Crisis in 1926?
What was the primary outcome of the King-Byng Crisis in 1926?
What did the 1927 Imperial Conference affirm about Canada?
What did the 1927 Imperial Conference affirm about Canada?
Which acts formalized Canada's constitutional equality in relation to Britain?
Which acts formalized Canada's constitutional equality in relation to Britain?
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Why did Canada’s refusal to support Britain in the Chanak Crisis in 1922 matter?
Why did Canada’s refusal to support Britain in the Chanak Crisis in 1922 matter?
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Which Canadian artists were known for their landscape paintings that showcased the beauty of the country?
Which Canadian artists were known for their landscape paintings that showcased the beauty of the country?
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What was a major impact of the economic growth in Canada after the war?
What was a major impact of the economic growth in Canada after the war?
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What significant right did Canadian women fight for after the war?
What significant right did Canadian women fight for after the war?
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Which political party emerged as a result of farmers and workers seeking better treatment from the government?
Which political party emerged as a result of farmers and workers seeking better treatment from the government?
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Which sport was especially popular in Canada and contributed to national pride in the post-war era?
Which sport was especially popular in Canada and contributed to national pride in the post-war era?
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What was the result of the unfair laws imposed on Indigenous peoples during this period?
What was the result of the unfair laws imposed on Indigenous peoples during this period?
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What role did advertisements play in the lives of Canadians after the war?
What role did advertisements play in the lives of Canadians after the war?
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Which famous athlete was known for excelling in multiple sports, including hockey and lacrosse?
Which famous athlete was known for excelling in multiple sports, including hockey and lacrosse?
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What was a significant outcome of the Winnipeg General Strike in 1919?
What was a significant outcome of the Winnipeg General Strike in 1919?
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Which factor contributed to the economic struggle experienced by many workers and farmers in the 1920s?
Which factor contributed to the economic struggle experienced by many workers and farmers in the 1920s?
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What ultimately led to the Great Depression in the 1930s?
What ultimately led to the Great Depression in the 1930s?
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What was a key significance of the King-Byng Crisis of 1926?
What was a key significance of the King-Byng Crisis of 1926?
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Which of the following demonstrated an early step toward Canada’s independent foreign policy?
Which of the following demonstrated an early step toward Canada’s independent foreign policy?
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Which treaty marked Canada's first international agreement without British approval?
Which treaty marked Canada's first international agreement without British approval?
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What crucial understanding originated from the 1927 Imperial Conference?
What crucial understanding originated from the 1927 Imperial Conference?
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What was the primary impact of the Balfour Report and Statute of Westminster on Canada?
What was the primary impact of the Balfour Report and Statute of Westminster on Canada?
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During the 1920s, which group made the most short-term progress in their struggle for equality?
During the 1920s, which group made the most short-term progress in their struggle for equality?
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What was the primary challenge faced by Indigenous peoples during the 1920s?
What was the primary challenge faced by Indigenous peoples during the 1920s?
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How did the Winnipeg General Strike affect relationships between workers and business owners?
How did the Winnipeg General Strike affect relationships between workers and business owners?
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Which event symbolized the need for clarity in Canada's governance structure?
Which event symbolized the need for clarity in Canada's governance structure?
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What long-term outcomes did women achieve compared to Indigenous peoples?
What long-term outcomes did women achieve compared to Indigenous peoples?
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Which event in the 1920s was pivotal in transitioning Canada to having control over its laws?
Which event in the 1920s was pivotal in transitioning Canada to having control over its laws?
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Study Notes
The 1920s in Canada: A Decade of Change
- Culture and Arts: Canadian writers gained recognition, showcasing Canadian life and inspiring pride. Magazines like Maclean's promoted Canadian literature. Canadian artists, notably the Group of Seven, painted landscapes celebrating the country's beauty.
- Sports and Recreation: Sports became a significant part of Canadian life, with hockey gaining immense popularity and radio broadcasts of games. Athletes such as Lionel Conacher and Bobbie Rosenfeld became Canadian heroes.
- Economic Boom: Canada experienced rapid economic growth after the war. Factories produced goods, mines provided resources, and farms supplied food, creating many jobs and higher incomes.
- Consumer Culture: Increased disposable income led to more consumer spending on new products, like radios and appliances. Advertising became prevalent, driving further consumerism.
- Women's Rights: The war's influence saw women's demands for equal rights take hold. While many provinces granted federal voting rights by 1918, Indigenous and some immigrant women were still excluded.
- Indigenous Peoples: Indigenous peoples faced considerable hardship, subjected to discriminatory policies that limited their rights and forcibly placed Indigenous children in residential schools. This aimed to erase their culture and caused harm to families and communities.
- Politics and Labour: Farmers and workers felt underrepresented by the government, leading to the formation of new political parties (e.g., Progressive Party) challenging established ones. Workers campaigned for higher wages, shorter working hours, and safer conditions. Strikes, such as the 1919 Winnipeg General Strike, reflected the growing labor movement's strength.
- Economic Vulnerability: While many prospered, wealth disparities existed. The growing economy's success did not benefit everyone equally. The late 1920s saw economic downturn, presaging the Great Depression.
- Canada's Independence: The Chanak Crisis, Halibut Treaty, King-Byng crisis, 1927 Imperial Conference, Balfour Report, and Statute of Westminster were pivotal events in Canada's movement towards independence from the UK.
Significance of the King-Byng Crisis
- The King-Byng Crisis (1926) tested the power of the Governor General and Canada's growing autonomy from British rule. This event signified a turning point for the independence movement.
Comparison of Struggles
- Women and Indigenous Peoples both fought for recognition and equality in the 1920s. While women gained some short-term progress (e.g., voting rights), Indigenous peoples faced ongoing suppression (e.g., residential schools). Long-term success leaned towards women's rights.
Ranking Events by Impact on Canadian Independence (Least to Most Important)
- Chanak Crisis: Canada's refusal to automatically support Britain in 1922 showed growing independence but lacked immediate broader impacts.
- Halibut Treaty: Canada signed an international agreement without British involvement, asserting autonomy in foreign policy in 1923. Limited to fisheries.
- King-Byng Crisis: The 1926 conflict, highlighting friction between Canada's PM and Governor General, symbolized the need for greater independence despite no immediate constitutional change.
- 1927 Imperial Conference: Strengthened Canada's push for equality within the British Empire, paving the way for the Balfour Report and the Statute of Westminster.
- Balfour Report and Statute of Westminster: Officially established Canada's constitutional equality with Britain and granted comprehensive control over its laws and governance. These formal declarations were the most decisive impact.
Roaring Twenties Explanation
- The 1920s was called the "Roaring Twenties" due to significant social and technological change. New technologies, like cars and radios, societal changes like jazz music and increased freedom for women, combined to create a dynamic and lively decade.
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Explore the transformative decade of the 1920s in Canada, where cultural milestones, economic growth, and societal shifts shaped the nation. Discover how Canadian artists and athletes rose to prominence, consumer culture flourished, and the fight for women's rights gained momentum. This quiz captures the essence of a vibrant period in Canadian history.
