World Wars I & II Canada Quiz

Conscription = Compulsory enlistment for military service by the government. Triple Entente = The alliance of Russia, France, and Great Britain. Trench Warfare = A type of warfare characterized by elaborate trench systems, stalemates, and devastating conditions. Creeping Barrage = A Canadian war strategy employed at Vimy Ridge, involving a rolling barrage of artillery fire to suppress the enemy and protect advancing troops.

Sam Hughes = The Canadian minister of Militia and Defence during World War I. Robert Borden = The Prime Minister of Canada who passed conscription laws. Wilfrid Laurier = The first French-Canadian Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party. None of the above = This choice is incorrect, although the individuals listed were prominent in Canadian politics.

Homefront = The civilian population and their contributions to supporting the war effort. Total War = A conflict where the entire nation, including the civilian population, is mobilized for the war effort. Propaganda = Information designed to influence public opinion, often using emotional appeals and misinformation. Enemy Aliens = Individuals from countries opposing Canada during the war, often subject to internment or restrictions.

<p>Schlieffen Plan = Germany's plan to defeat France quickly by invading Belgium, which ultimately led to trench warfare. Vimy Ridge = A key battle in World War I where Canadian forces demonstrated their courage and fighting skill. French-Canadians = A group that was largely opposed to conscription, leading to significant political divisions. Trench Foot/Mouth = Conditions caused by cold, muddy environments in the trenches, leading to infections and health problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Battle of Dunkirk = Canadian forces made significant contributions to evacuating British soldiers from France. Battle of Hong Kong = Canadian soldiers bravely but unsuccessfully defended the city, culminating in a surrender on Christmas Day. Raid on Dieppe = This disastrous operation, though a setback, provided valuable lessons for future Allied operations. Battle for Italy = Canadian soldiers played a crucial part in the liberation of Sicily, contributing to the downfall of Mussolini's regime.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Kristallnacht = Anti-Jewish riots erupted in Germany and Austria, leaving many Jews dead and thousands arrested. Operation Reinhard = The Nazi plan for systematically murdering the Jews of occupied Poland. The Final Solution = The systematic execution of all European Jews by the Nazis, involving concentration camps and gas chambers. Operation Barbarossa = Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union, ultimately leading to a two-front war for Germany.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Regina Riot = Mass protests and riots by unemployed men demanding better working conditions On-To-Ottawa Trek = Thousands of unemployed men traveled across Canada on railcars demanding work Winnipeg General Strike = A major labor movement in 1919 driven by post-World War I economic hardships Bloody Saturday = Marked the end of the Winnipeg General Strike with arrests, injuries, and even deaths</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mackenzie King = Liberal Prime Minister of Canada during significant periods, including the Great Depression Tommy Douglas = Inspired by the Winnipeg General Strike, he entered politics and became Premier of Saskatchewan R.B. Bennett = Conservative Prime Minister of Canada during the Great Depression, known for inaction Helen Armstrong = Female labor union leader arrested during the Winnipeg General Strike, advocating for women's rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wolf Packs = German U-boats hunted Allied ships in groups, threatening to cut off vital supply lines in the Atlantic. Mouseholing = An Allied tactic used in urban combat in Italy, involving breaching walls and dropping grenades to eliminate German resistance in houses. Schlieffen Plan = A German military strategy intended to achieve a swift victory over France by flanking through Belgium, but ultimately disregarded when invading Russia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ted Rogers = A Canadian businessman who revolutionized telecommunications and television in Canada, establishing Rogers Communications. Lester B. Pearson = Canadian politician and diplomat who won the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in resolving the Suez Crisis and advocating for UN peacekeeping.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flappers = Women who challenged traditional social values in the 1920s with their fashion and behavior Prohibition = Banning of alcohol consumption and sales in Canada and the United States during the early 20th century Enfranchised = To grant full citizenship rights, including the right to vote, to Indigenous people who relinquished their status Black Tuesday = Day the stock market crashed in 1929, marking the beginning of the Great Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Women's Christian Temperance Movement = Led to the prohibition of alcohol in Canada and the United States Person's Case = Led to women being legally recognized as persons in Canada Winnipeg General Strike = Inspired Tommy Douglas to enter politics and advocate for social justice On-To-Ottawa Trek = Exacerbated tensions between the government and unemployed workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Iron Curtain = A symbolic and metaphorical border separating communist Eastern Europe from non-communist Western Europe after World War II. Ghetto = An improvised and isolated section of a city inhabited by a particular group of people, often used to segregate and confine Jews during the Holocaust. Zyclon B = A poisonous gas used in Nazi gas chambers to murder Jews and other victims during the Holocaust.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Overproduction vs. Shrinking Demand = Excess supply of goods combined with decreased consumer spending Borrowing and Buying On Credit = Excessive debt accumulation, leading to financial vulnerability Protective Tariffs = Increased trade barriers, hindering international trade and economic growth Laissez-Faire Capitalism = Limited government intervention, leaving the economy vulnerable to fluctuations</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Battle of Stalingrad = A decisive battle on the Eastern Front where the Germans suffered a catastrophic defeat, marking a turning point in the war. Battle of Britain = The Royal Air Force's successful defense against the Luftwaffe, preventing a German invasion of Great Britain and contributing to Nazi Germany's defeat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Battle of the Atlantic = A major naval conflict where German U-boats attempted to cut off Allied supply lines, significantly impacting the war effort. Raid on Dieppe = A disastrous Allied raid on the French coast, aimed at opening a second front while testing equipment and gathering intelligence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mary Pickford = First Canadian to win an Oscar, inspiring women with her international success Emily Murphy = First woman to be appointed a judge in Canada, instrumental in the Persons Case Helen Armstrong = Labor union leader arrested during the Winnipeg General Strike, advocating for women's rights Tommy Douglas = Inspired by the Winnipeg General Strike, he entered politics and became Premier of Saskatchewan</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pearl Harbor = The Japanese attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor brought the United States into World War II, shifting the balance of power. The Korean War = A conflict between North Korea and South Korea, largely fueled by ideological differences between communism and capitalism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Great Depression = Severe global economic downturn following the stock market crash of 1929 Inflation = Rapid increase in prices, devaluing currency Recession = Period of economic decline marked by reduced business activity and job losses Laissez-Faire Capitalism = Economic system with minimal government interference</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Regina Riot = Police attempt to arrest leaders of the On-To-Ottawa Trek Winnipeg General Strike = Post-World War I economic hardships, including high unemployment and inflation On-To-Ottawa Trek = Thousands of unemployed men traveling across Canada demanding work and better conditions Black Tuesday = Overproduction, excessive credit, and global economic factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Women's Christian Temperance Movement = Banning of alcohol consumption and sales On-To-Ottawa Trek = Higher wages, better working conditions, and government assistance for unemployed men Winnipeg General Strike = Improved working conditions, better wages, and recognition of labor union rights Person's Case = Legal recognition of women as persons in Canada, granting them full citizenship rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>On-To-Ottawa Trek = Thousands of unemployed men traveling across Canada on rail cars Winnipeg General Strike = Major labor movement in 1919 involving nearly 30,000 workers walking off the job Person's Case = Legal challenge to the definition of 'person' in Canada, arguing that women should be included Women's Christian Temperance Movement = Advocacy for the banning of alcohol consumption and sales</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prohibition = Banning of alcohol in Canada from 1918 to 1919, and in the US from 1920 to 1933 Flappers = Women who smoked, drank, went to parties, danced, and wore revealing clothing in the 1920s Recession = The Great Depression Enfranchised = Indigenous people who relinquished their Indian status to gain citizenship rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>On-To-Ottawa Trek = Thousands of unemployed men traveled across Canada demanding work and better conditions Winnipeg General Strike = Major labor movement that inspired Tommy Douglas to enter politics Helen Armstrong = Arrested labor union leader who fought for women's rights and better working conditions Emily Murphy = First woman appointed as a judge in Canada, instrumental in the Persons Case</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Regina Riot = Increased tensions between the government and unemployed workers Winnipeg General Strike = Inspired Tommy Douglas to enter politics and advocate for social justice On-To-Ottawa Trek = Highlighted the plight of unemployed men and the need for government assistance Person's Case = Granted women full legal recognition as persons in Canada, advancing women's rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mackenzie King = Liberal Prime Minister of Canada during the Great Depression R.B. Bennett = Conservative Prime Minister of Canada during the Great Depression Tommy Douglas = Premier of Saskatchewan, inspired by the Winnipeg General Strike to advocate for social justice Helen Armstrong = Labor Union leader arrested during the Winnipeg General Strike, fighting for women's rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Person's Case = Granted women legal recognition as persons, advancing their rights and citizenship Winnipeg General Strike = Revealed the crucial role of women in the workforce and encouraged women's participation in labor movements Flappers = Challenged traditional social values and gender expectations, leading to women's increased freedom and independence World War I = Women's contributions in both the frontlines and homefront challenged traditional gender roles and boosted the suffrage movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Totalitarianism = A form of government where one leader or political party has total control over all aspects of life. Fascism = A far-right, totalitarian ideology that emphasizes nationalism, militarism, and suppression of opposition. Nazism = An extreme form of fascism that emphasizes racial superiority and anti-Semitism. Anti-Semitism = Hatred and discrimination against Jewish people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Adolf Hitler = Leader of Nazi Germany, responsible for the Holocaust. Benito Mussolini = Leader of Fascist Italy, known for his charismatic speeches and militarist policies. Joseph Stalin = Leader of the Soviet Union, responsible for the Great Purge and the establishment of a totalitarian state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>D-Day = Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, a turning point in the war in Europe. The Holocaust = Systematic genocide of European Jews and other minorities by Nazi Germany. The Treaty of Versailles = Treaty that ended World War I, imposed harsh penalties on Germany, and contributed to the rise of nationalism and resentment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Appeasement = Policy of giving in to an aggressor's demands to avoid conflict. Lebensraum = Hitler's vision for a German empire that included expanding German territory and living space. Stab-in-the-Back Myth = Belief that Germany's defeat in World War I was not due to military weakness but to betrayal by civilians and Jews.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Conscription = Compulsory military service. Enemy aliens = People of enemy nationalities who were suspected of being spies or saboteurs. Rationing = System of limiting the consumption of certain goods to ensure fair distribution during wartime. New roles for women = Women took on new jobs and responsibilities in factories, agriculture, and other sectors to support the war effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>D-Day = June 6th, 1944 The signing of the Treaty of Versailles = June 28, 1919</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Great Depression = A severe global economic downturn that began in 1929 and had a profound impact on Germany, contributing to the rise of Nazi ideology. War reparations = Payments made by Germany as punishment for its role in World War I, which placed a heavy financial burden on the country.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dachau = The first concentration camp established in Germany Nuremberg = Site of the Nuremberg Trials, where Nazi leaders were tried for war crimes Anti-Semitism = Hatred and discrimination against Jewish people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dieppe Raid = A disastrous Canadian-led raid on a German-held port in France in 1942, which was considered a prelude to D-Day Juno Beach = The landing zone designated for Canadian troops during the D-Day invasion Conscription = Compulsory military service, which was a contentious issue in Canada during World War II.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>American Isolation = The policy of the United States to remain neutral in the early years of World War II, Pearl Harbor = The surprise attack by Japan on the US naval base on December 7, 1941, which propelled the United States into the war. War Production Board = The agency responsible for coordinating the production of war materials in the United States during World War II.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Women's Wartime Roles = Women took on jobs in industries and agriculture that had previously been dominated by men, leading to a significant expansion of their opportunities and responsibilities Discrimination Against Enemy Aliens = During the war, there was widespread discrimination against Japanese-Canadians and other minorities, who were often seen as potential threats to national security.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The United Nations = International organization founded in 1945 to maintain peace, security, and international cooperation Cold War = Era of geopolitical tension between the United States and the Soviet Union, characterized by ideological conflict, proxy wars, and nuclear arms race Marshall Plan = A US program of economic aid to war-torn European countries after World War II.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Truman Doctrine = A policy of supporting countries resisting communist influence Cold War = A period of geopolitical tension between the US and the Soviet Union Proxy Wars = Conflicts where superpowers support opposing sides in a war Espionage = The practice of secret intelligence gathering by governments</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cuban Missile Crisis = 1962 October Crisis = 1970 FLQ kidnapping of James Cross = 1970 FLQ bombing that killed six people = 1970</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pierre Trudeau = Former Prime Minister of Canada Robert Bourassa = Premier of Quebec during the October Crisis Pierre Laporte = Quebec Minister of Labour, kidnapped by the FLQ James Cross = British Trade Commissioner kidnapped by the FLQ</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>FLQ = Front de Libération du Québec, a separatist group seeking independence October Crisis = A period of political turmoil in Quebec due to FLQ actions Kidnapping of James Cross = An event that triggered the October Crisis Demands of the FLQ = Release of political prisoners, ransom money, publication of their manifesto, and safe passage</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Kidnapping of Pierre Laporte = FLQ Bombings that killed six people = FLQ Kidnapping of James Cross = FLQ Demands for release of political prisoners = FLQ</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fidel Castro = Leader of the Cuban revolution and communist government President Kennedy = US president who demanded the removal of nuclear missiles from Cuba Soviet Union = Country responsible for installing nuclear missiles in Cuba American Spy Plane = Discovered the presence of nuclear missiles in Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nuclear Missiles = Weapons of mass destruction that were the central issue of the crisis Soviet Ships = Carried additional nuclear missiles to Cuba Withdrawal of Nuclear Missiles = The key demand made by the US American Attack = The threat issued by the US if the missiles weren't removed</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Adolf Eichman = Architect of the Holocaust Hitler = Leader of Nazi Germany Winston Churchill = Prime Minister of Great Britain Joseph Stalin = Leader of the Soviet Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lebensraum = The idea of Germany and Austria merging The Anschluss = Hitler's concept of living space for the German people Totalitarianism = A form of government with complete control over all aspects of life Operation Dynamo = The evacuation of British soldiers from Dunkirk</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Paris Peace Talks = Canada gained a seat at the talks but signed the treaty under Britain The Chanak Affair = Canada's decision not to immediately assist Britain marked a turning point in its relationship with the empire The Halibut Treaty = Canada signed a treaty with the US without British approval, showcasing its growing autonomy The Statute of Westminster = Canada gained control over its foreign policy, completing its transition to full autonomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Borrowing and Buying on Credit = Risky investments fueled by bank loans, leading to financial instability Laissez-Faire Capitalism = Lack of government regulation in the economy allowed for unchecked speculation and exploitative practices Late Twenties Inflation = Gap between wages and the cost of living, widening inequality and reducing consumer spending Protective Tariffs = Restrictions on international trade, shrinking the global market and harming exporters like Canada</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fat Man = The atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki Little Boy = The atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima Nazi-Soviet Pact = A non-aggression treaty between Germany and the Soviet Union The Treaty of Versailles = The peace treaty that ended WWI and imposed harsh conditions on Germany</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Roaring Twenties = Changes in women's fashion and social behavior The Women's Christian Temperance Union = Advocated for prohibition, contributing to broader social reforms The Alberta Five = Led the fight for women's suffrage in Alberta The Great Depression = Opened up more job opportunities for women in traditionally male-dominated fields</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The King-Byng Affair = Increased resentment towards British interference in Canadian politics The Imperial Conferences = Led to the Balfour Declaration, granting Canada greater autonomy within the British Empire The Statute of Westminster = Confirmed Canada's full legislative independence from Britain The Chanak Affair = Canada's reluctance to help Britain in conflict signaled its growing independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Antisemitism and Nazi ideology = The Holocaust Appeasement and Hitler's territorial ambitions = The Munich Agreement Fear and prejudice after Pearl Harbor = Japanese Internment Overproduction and shrinking demand, dependence on the US, protective tariffs = The Great Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Great Depression = Led to widespread unemployment and social unrest, highlighting economic vulnerabilities The King-Byng Affair = Strengthened Canadian nationalism and desire for increased political autonomy The War Measures Act = Enabled the government to impose wartime restrictions on civil liberties, leading to controversies The Statute of Westminster = Marked Canada's complete legislative independence, providing a foundation for its role on the world stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Adolf Eichman = Organized the logistical aspects of the Holocaust Winston Churchill = Led Britain during World War Two Joseph Stalin = Ruled the Soviet Union during the war and the Cold War Arthur Meighen = Prime Minister of Canada during the King-Byng Affair</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Chanak Affair = Marked a turning point in Canada's relationship with Britain, indicating its growing independence The Halibut Treaty = Demonstrated Canada's ability to negotiate and sign treaties independently of Britain The Statute of Westminster = Granted Canada full control over its foreign policy, allowing it to act on the international stage The Paris Peace Talks = Reflected Canada's limited influence in international affairs at the time, despite its participation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Internment Camps = Facilities used to detain enemy aliens, including Japanese and German citizens The Anschluss = The merging of Germany and Austria, a key step in Hitler's expansionist plans The Treaty of Versailles = The peace treaty that ended WWI and imposed harsh conditions on Germany, contributing to the rise of Nazi Germany Lebensraum = Hitler's concept of 'living space' for the German people, driving his aggression towards expansion</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The War Measures Act = Enabled the government to bypass Parliament and imprison individuals without trial, raising concerns about civil liberties The King-Byng Affair = Highlighted the limitations of Canada's autonomy within the British Empire, leading to calls for greater independence Japanese Internment = Revealed the prevalence of racism and prejudice in Canada during WWII, demonstrating the need for greater protection of human rights The Great Depression = Created economic hardships and social inequalities, leading to demands for social programs and greater government intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers