Canadian Politics and Economics in the 1920's

2D

Read pp 142 - 157 in your wonderful textbooks and answer the following questions.
1. Even though Winnipeg was seething with employee unrest, other places in the country were also feeling isolated, ignored, and alienated. Using examples, show how the Maritimes and Quebec felt about the federal government.

2.

Explain the role of the National Progressives and how and why it was formed and what problems it ran into.

3.

Mackenzie King talked to his dog. Describe some of his other interesting characteristics. Are you surprised he lasted so long? Explain.

4.

What are 3 ways WWI veterans helped to change this country after returning from war?

5.

Was the Pension Act flawless? Explain.

6.

If you were the PM of Canada during this time what would you alter about Canadas treatment of Native people? Include League of Indians in your answer.

7.

July 1st is known as the Somme day in Newfoundland. But to the Chinese it is Humiliation Day. Outline and illustrate Canadas post WWI treatment of non British immigrants. Make sure you include xenophobia in your answer.

8.

What are Branch plants? Can you name one modern example of a branch plant in Canada?

1.

Define Commonweath of Nations?

10.

Why was the Statute of Westminster so important to Canada?