Unit 2: WW1 Flashcards
In what year did the Chinese exclusion act get rid of the head tax and why?
1923, replaced with more restrictions and stopped families of men working in Canada from immigrating until 1947
In what year did the Chinese head tax start?
1885, passed to restrict and regulate Chinese immigrants into Canada. Originally was $50 charged to Chinese wanting to enter Canada
By what year had the Laurier Government raise the head tax to $100 and than later $500?
1900, and 1904
What was Kamagata Maru?
After a 2 month voyage 316 Indians come into Vancouver harbor on the Kamagata Maru. They are refused to disembark and get stuff for 2 more months. Eventually sent back to India
How many people entered Canada off the Kamagata Maru?
20 returning residents and ships doctor were allowed. No passengers were allowed.
How was Nationalism a cause of WW1?
Nationalism and Imperialisms clashed in Balkans while the Pan-Slavism movement is trying to prevent the imperialism of Austria-Hungary
What are the 3 possible nationalist movements?
1) to free a country of foreign control
2) to make a country united and strong
3) to assist it in domination others (extreme)
What were the 5 causes of WW1?
nationalism, imperialisms, militarism/arms race, the alliance system and assassination.
Who killed Archduke Franz Ferdinand and when ?
Gauvrillo Princip killed Archduke Franz Ferdinand on June 28th, 1914.
How did the assassination lead to the start of WW1?
Austria-Hungary replied to the assassination with an ultimatum, however Serbia rejected as the terms were extreme
