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World War I: Causes, Key Figures, and Canadian Perspective Study Guide

Explore the origins of World War I, including the M.A.I.N. causes and the assassination that sparked the conflict. Learn about trench warfare, major battles like the Somme and Vimy Ridge, and significant military and individual figures. Understand the Canadian homefront efforts, social tensions, and the war's legacy, including the Treaty of Versailles and its consequences.

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Causes, Key Figures, and Major Events of WWI

Causes and Terms of WWI

The 4 Main Causes of WWI (M.A.I.N.) and key vocabulary terms related to the war.

  • Militarism
  • Alliances
  • Imperialism
  • Nationalism
  • Armistice
  • Arms Race
  • Barbed Wire
  • Conscription
  • Convoy
  • Dirigible
  • Dog Fight
  • Dreadnought
  • Honour Rationing
  • Imperial Munitions Board
  • Income Tax
  • Inflation
  • Internment
  • Khaki Election
  • League of Nations

Key Figures and Events of WWI

This document outlines significant Canadian figures, major battles, and the impact of World War I on Canada and the world.

  • Passchendaele
  • 100 Days Campaign
  • Treaty of Versailles
  • Indigenous, Japanese, and Black Canadians
  • 5 F’s of the Homefront
  • Schlieffen Plan
  • Trench warfare
  • Conscription

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