History Unit 2 Review

Which area of belief does this definition belong to?

"Belief that Canada should take care of its own interests first, not rush to fight Britain's battles, and protect the French language and culture?

• Nationalism

• Imperialism

Answer explanation

It is considered "French Canadian Nationalism" and was supported by Henri Bourassa

Which area of belief does this definition belong to?

"Believed in domination of one nation over another (Britain over Canada) and Canada should support Britain in time of need"

• Nationalism

• Imperialism

Answer explanation

Imperialism was supported by Sir Wilfrid Laurier who was Prime Minister at the time.

A lot of English Canadians supported this idea.

Boer War: The French Canadians did not want to support England in the war, the English Canadians wanted to fight alongside England.

What resolution did Wilfrid Laurier come up with to please both sides?

Answer explanation

He did not make conscription mandatory, but he encouraged joining the fight by giving volunteers financial support.

With the increase of immigration out west, two new provinces were made: Alberta and ___________________

During World War One, what was a major issue that was dividing both English and French Canadians?

• Financial Status of Canada

• Britain supported the wrong side of the war

• Conscription being imposed on able-bodied men

• Women being drafted into the war

Answer explanation

The French opposed both the war itself and the idea of being forced to fight

During the war, the economy was prospering and all efforts were going towards the war. Women were even working in ___________

After the war, Quebec/Canada moved into the second phase of Industrialization. There were 5 main industries (based on natural resources) that spell out the acronym C.H.A.M.P

C: Chemicals

H: Hydroelectricity

A: Aluminum

M: Mining

P: ?

• Products

• Plants

• Pulp and Paper

• Preservatives

What was the name of the Era after the First World War that saw progress for women, increased purchasing power and mass culture

During the Great Depression, there were a few ways the government intervened to help the economy, including promoting agriculturalism and direct relief funds. What was the third way that was discussed in class?

• Public Work Projects

• Employing children to clean up parks

• Making the rich citizens give to the poor

• Getting rid of taxes for everyone

What event ended the Great Depression?

Answer explanation

The Second World War created more jobs for Canadians (the war effort) which pulled them out of debt.