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World War 1 and 1920s History Quiz

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What was the immediate result of the sinking of the Lusitania?

Germany apologized and paid reparations

The United States declared war on Germany (correct)

The British government negotiated a peace treaty with Germany

The Lusitania was successfully salvaged

What was the significance of the Second Battle of Ypres to Canadians?

It led to the establishment of the Canadian Expeditionary Force

It marked the first time Canadians used mustard gas in warfare (correct)

It resulted in the British government recognizing Canadian independence

It led to the signing of a peace treaty between Canada and Germany

What was the War Measures Act?

A law that allowed the Canadian government to suspend civil liberties during emergencies (correct)

An agreement to provide military support to the Triple Entente

A trade agreement with European countries

A treaty between Canada and the United States

What was the significance of the Persons Case?

<p>It established the principle of gender equality under the law</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Big Three at the Paris Peace Conference?

<p>Woodrow Wilson, Georges Clemenceau, David Lloyd George</p> Signup and view all the answers

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World War I Consequences

The sinking of the Lusitania led to the United States entering World War I, as 128 Americans were among the 1,195 people killed.

Battles and Their Significance

The Second Battle of Ypres marked the first time Canadians fought as a unified army, and over 6,000 Canadians died or were wounded, making it a pivotal moment in Canadian military history.

Canadian Governance and Security

The War Measures Act (1914) granted the Canadian government sweeping powers to disrupt and punish any activity deemed a threat to national security during wartime.

Women's Rights in Canada

The Persons Case (1929) was a landmark court ruling that recognized women as "persons" with the right to be appointed to the Canadian Senate, a crucial step towards female empowerment in Canada.

Post-War Settlements

The Big Three at the Paris Peace Conference (1919) consisted of United States President Woodrow Wilson, British Prime Minister David Lloyd George, and French Prime Minister Georges Clemenceau, who together shaped the Treaty of Versailles and redrew the world order.

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Test your knowledge of World War 1 and the historical events of the 1920s with this quiz. Explore topics such as the impact of continuous journey regulation, the role of nationalism and militarism in WWI, the alliances involved in the war, and significant events like the sinking of the Lusitania and the Second Battle of Ypres. Additionally, learn about the War Measures Act and its 20th-century applications.