World war one Flashcards
What was the Chinese head tax?
It was a tax that the Canadian government knew lots of immigrants wouldn’t be able to afford. They used this tax as a way to keep the Chinese immigrants out of Canada.
How much was the Chinese head tax?
The tax started at $50 but when people started to be able to afford it Canada changed it to $100 and after a while, the $100 tax started to be more affordable so they raised it to $500.
What was the Komagata Maru?
It was a group of Sikhs that were trying to immigrate to Canada. They came by ship but the Canadian government wouldn’t allow them into Canada. They made it seem as if the paperwork was taking a long time but the Canadian tactic was to make them wait so long that they would have to go back because they would starve if they didn’t.
What happened to Aboriginals?
Aboriginals were treated as second class. They were put into residential schools, they had to live on reserves, the Canadian government really pushed farming on them instead of allowing them to as much traditional hunting. There was just a lot of racism towards aboriginals. All of this caused Natives to become dependant on the government.
What was the Indian act?
The Indian act was made to push indigenous people into mainstream society and get rid of the cultural differences of indigenous people.
What were the 2 alliances called?
The Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance
Who was in the Triple Entente?
The Triple Entente included Russia, France, and Great Britain. Russia left in 1917.
Who was in the Triple Alliance?
The Triple Alliance included Italy, Germany, and Austria-Hungary. Italy left in 1915.
What were the causes of world war one?
Imperialism, Nationalism, The assassination of archduke Franz Ferdinand, Alliances, and militarism.
At the time of world war one who was the Prime minister of Canada?
Robert Borden
Who assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
Gorrilo Princip of black hand
What year was Archduke Franz Ferdinand assasinated?
He was assassinated in 1914
What year did Germany give Austria-Hungary a “blank” Cheque?
In 1914
What year did the Christmas truce happen?
It happened in 1914 but it will never happen again
Who was Sam Hughes?
He was the leader of the Malitia
What year did Canada mobilize for war?
1914
What was the major battle for Canada?
Ypres
What was the battle of the Somme also known as?
“The blood bath”
What year did the battle of the Somme start?
1916