WWI

Question 1

What happened on June 28th, 1914

Answer 1

the Archduke and Archduchess visited Sarajevo and were assassinated by Gavrilo Princip, a member of the Black Hand

Question 2

What happened on July 23rd, 1914?

Answer 2

Austria sent an ultimatum to Serbia, giving them 48 hours to reply

Question 3

What happened on July 25th, 1914? Why?

Answer 3

Serbia accepted 2/3 of Austria-Hungary’s ultimatum because they wanted independence from Austria

Question 4

What happened on July 28th, 1914?

Answer 4

Austria declared war on Serbia as a result of Serbia not complying to the final part of the ultimatum

Question 5

What happened on July 30th, 1914? Why?

Answer 5

Russia mobilized its troops at the Russian Border to aid Serbia. Russia feared its security of territory.

Question 6

What happened on August 1, 1914? Why?

Answer 6

Germany declared war on Russia because of Germany’s alliance with Austria-Hungary

Question 7

What happened on August 3rd, 1914? Why?

Answer 7

Germany declared war on France because Germany felt surrounded by the Triple Entente and wanted to aid Austria in the war.

Question 8

What two events happened on August 4th, 1914? Why?

Answer 8

Germany invaded Belgium to give Britain time to prepare its troops to save the Belgians.

Britain declared war on Germany because they signed a treaty to protect the neutrality of Belgium

Question 9

What is another event that happened on August 4th, 1914?

Answer 9

Canada joined the war as they were a part of the British empire

Question 10

What promise did Austria secure from the Emperor of Germany leading to the war?

Answer 10

That Germany would stand beside Austria in the event of any war

Question 11

Who was the Triple Entente? When did they come into alliance?

Answer 11

France, Russia, and Britain in 1907, agreeing to support each other if attacked by Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy

Question 12

Who was the Triple Alliance? When and why were they formed?

Answer 12

Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy, forming in 1882.
Germany - being encircled by the Triple Entente
Austria - feared Russian Interference on their empire
Italy - promised French territory by Germany if they agreed to be an ally.

Question 13

What is Militarism?

Answer 13

The belief in the power of strong armies to decide issues, leading to an arm’s race (Germany’s goal to build a navy capable to beat Britain)

Question 14

What is Imperialism?

Answer 14

When countries expand for the purpose of resources, cultures, borders, or economics. (Britain had terriotires in Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Pacific)
Or
A country’s way of gathering resources for profits such as coal or oil

Question 15

What is Nationalism? Give me an example in WWI

Answer 15

A feeling of deep loyalty to one’s people and homeland, emphasizing the superiority of one’s nation over others. (Germany believing in the superiority of their culture and military)

Question 16

Why were France and Germany enemies?

Answer 16

France and Germany were old enemies due to Germany humiliating France during the Franco-Prussian War

Question 17

What happened on August 6th, 1914?

Answer 17

Canada offered Britain a force of 25,000 trained men

Question 18

Define the ross rifle and it’s significance to the war.

Answer 18

The ross rifle was a good sharp shooting gun which was manufactured in Canada in 1905. The ross rifle was useless in trench warfare, jamming in mud and dirt.

Question 19

Define the Franco-Russian agreement

Answer 19

France and Russia had become allies in 1894 due to Russia being insecure after a former treaty with Germany was not renewed

Question 20

Who was the Canadian Prime Minister during WWI?

Answer 20

Robert Borden was the Canadian Prime Minister from 1911-1920, for the entirety of the war

Question 21

Define the Black Hand and their plan against Austria-Hungary

Answer 21

The Black Hand was a Serbian terrorist group who planned to murder the archduke and then commit suicide.

Question 22

Who was Sam Hughes? What was his significance to WWI?

Answer 22

Sam Hughes was a Canadian politician and Minister of Militia and Defence during WWI.

He was known for supporting the Ross Rifle, his management of military supplies, and his anti-conscription stance.

Question 23

What were the reactions of French Canadians to the outbreak of the war?

Answer 23

Majority of French Canadians were divided with some supporting Canada’s involvement in the war and some opposing it. French Canadians felt a strong sense of Nationalism.

Question 24

What were the reactions of English Canadians to the outbreak of war?

Answer 24

Majority of English Canadians supported Britain’s decision to go to war, demonstrating their loyalty to Britain

Question 25

When and where did the first battle of Ypres start? What was it significance?

Answer 25

It started in October 22, 1914 in Ypres, Belgium, lasting a month. It was one of the first major battles of WWI and marked the beginning of trench warfare

Question 26

What did the German troops do during the first battle of the Ypres? What are some obstacles they faced?

Answer 26

German forces attempted to break through the Allied lines and capture the city of Ypres, introducing posion gas. They faced strong and well-entrenched Allied defenses

Question 27

Which force put up fierce resistance against German attacks and helped with artillery, British or French?

Answer 27

British

Question 28

What did French forces do during the battle of the Ypres?

Answer 28

Defended the northern flank of the Allied position and launched counter-attacks

Question 29

Which force defended the southern flank, and retreated to defensive lines during the first battle of Ypres, Belgian or british?

Answer 29

Belgian

Question 30

What was the outcome of the first battle of the Ypres?

Answer 30

German's advances to win over the city of Ypres failed, resulting in the successful victory of The Allies (British, French, and Belgian)

Question 31

Where were the eastern and Northern battlelines located?

Answer 31

Eastern - Located between eastern Europe and Russia Western - Western Europe (France, Belgium, Netherlands)

Question 32

On what Battle did the German forces launch a surprise attack on Canada and Britain?

Answer 32

The 2nd battle of Ypres which occurred on April 22, 1915 and ended on May 25th, 1915 near Ypres, Belgium

Question 33

Who won the second battle of Ypres, The Allies or Germany? Why was it significant?

Answer 33

The Allies won the second battle of Ypres. It was significant because it included the first large-scale use of poison gas in warfare, and the Allies adapted to new German tactics

Question 34

When did the Battle of Somme occur? How did it start? What was the significance of the war?

Answer 34

It occurred on July 1st, 1916 when the Allied forces (British and French) launched a massive assault on German positions along the Somme River in France. The battle of Somme had over 1 million casualties and tanks and airpower were introduced. It ended on November 18, 1916.

Question 35

When did the battle of Vimy Ridge occur? How did it start? What was the significance of the war?

Answer 35

It occurred from April 9-12 1917 due to Canadian Corps launching a surprise attack on German positions using trench raids. It was the first major Canadian victory in WWi and was a turning point in Canadian national identity.

Question 36

When did the battle of Passchendaele occur? How did it start? Who won?

Answer 36

It occurred on July 31st, 1917 and ended on November 10th. British and Canadian forces launched a series of attacks on German positions in Ypres salient. The Allies (British and Canadian) troops won

Question 37

What was the significance of the battle of Passchendaele?

Answer 37

It was one of the most bloodiest battles of WWI with over 400,000 casualties and weakened the German army, leading to their downfall.

Question 38

What is the significance of the Treaty of Versailles?

Answer 38

Officially ended WWI and imposed harsh penalties on Germany (territorial losses, reparations, military restrictions)

Question 39

What was the significance of the War Times Election Act?

Answer 39

Demonstrated the government's efforts to adapt to the challenges of wartime

Question 40

What was the signficance of Military Voters Act?

Answer 40

Allowed Canadian soldiers serving overseas to vote in federal elections, providing them with a voice in Canadaian politics

Question 41

What was the signiificance of the Military Service Act?

Answer 41

Introduced conscription in Canada during WWI, required all male Canadian citizens between 18 and 45 to register for military service. (Not including farmers and clergy)

Question 42

Describe the Trench System

Answer 42

Complex network of trenches which were protected by barbed wires and machine guns along the Western Front. They were often muddy and dirty and served as a base for launching attcks and defending.

Question 43

How was the war financed? What were the consequences?

Answer 43

Governments issued bonds and loans and increased taxes on income and goods. These choices resulted in government debt and inflation

Question 44

Define the Conscription Crisis

Answer 44

Canada faced a shortage of soldiers due to heavy casualties and declining enlistments, leading Borden to release the Military Service Act

Question 45

Who were the Canadian Corps? Who were they led by? What battles did they fight?

Answer 45

A Canadian military formation that was formed in September 1915 in France, consisting of 4 divisions. They were led by General Julian Byng and Arthur Carrie. They fought Vimy Ridge, Hill 70, and Passchendaele.