20th Century World History Pre-Assessment Quiz

What was Canada's response to WWI?

• They felt independent and refused to fight.

• Canada was in debt, so they didn't have any money to fight.

• Fought in the war, because they were linked to Britain.

• Quebec wanted to go fight by themsevles.

Which countries were part of the Triple Entente?

• Germany, Italy and Britain.

• Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy.

• Russia,

  Austria-Hungary and France.

• France, Russia and Britain.

Which of the following, was not a new invention during WWI?

• Torpedos

• Submarines

• Tanks

• Fighter Planes

• Atomic Bombs

In which battle was Canada responsible for winning? (Hint: It was led by General Julian Byng)

• Battle of Somme

• Battle of Vimy Ridge

• Battle of Ypres

• Passchendaele

What technology gave the Germans an advantage during the war at sea?

• Lusitania

• Hiroshima Bomb

• Red Baron

• U-Boats

What was wrong with conscription?

• It forced people to buy Victory Bonds.

• It forced men to go to war.

• It forced women to stay at home.

• It forced Canadians to be pulled from the war.

How did Canada gain independence after WWI?

• Canada refused to attend the Paris Peace Conference, other countries got offended, so Canada had to pay a fine.

• Borden fought hard for Canada's seat at the Paris Peace Conference and signed for Canada on the Treaty of Versailles.

• Canada came up with the idea of a league of nations, with collective security.

• An armistice was signed for Canada on November 11, 1919

Here's a list of things the Canadian Government implemented to help pay for the War. Which of the following was not one of those?

• Bonds

• Taxes

• Loans

• High Tariffs

• Income Tax

What was the original purpose of planes for WWI?

• The transport and export of goods.

• Used for transportation.

• To shoot down enemy planes.

• To photograph and report on the activity of enemy troops.

• A method of attaining the Victoria Cross.

Which country had betrayed their allies in WWI?

• Italy

• France

• Russia

• Britain/Canada

• Austria-Hungary