Canadian Homefront During World War I

The lecture discusses the concept of total war during World War I, highlighting the significant contributions of Canadians on the home front. It covers how Canadians supported the war effort through victory gardens, rationing, and working in munitions factories. The economic impact of the war is explored, including the establishment of numerous munitions factories and the introduction of new taxes and victory bonds to finance the war. The War Measures Act and its implications, such as censorship and the treatment of enemy aliens, are also discussed. The lecture concludes by emphasizing the integral role of the home front in achieving victory.

What does the term 'total war' refer to in the context of World War I?

• A war that lasts for a short period

• A war fought only by soldiers on the battlefield

• A war that is limited to a specific region

• A war involving all aspects of society and economy

How did Canadians at home contribute to the war effort?

• By avoiding any involvement in the war

• By refusing to work in factories

• By converting lawns to victory gardens

• By increasing consumption of imported goods

What significant change occurred in Canadian factories during the war?

• A shift to producing consumer goods

• A decrease in production

• A reduction in workforce

• An increase in the number of munitions factories

Why was Joseph Lavelle appointed head of the Imperial Munitions Board?

• To close down factories

• To regulate production and prevent profiteering

• To promote international trade

• To increase the price of munitions

What was the purpose of the new taxes introduced during the war?

• To reduce the population

• To increase imports

• To fund the war effort

• To discourage people from working

What were victory bonds?

• A form of protest against the war

• A type of tax

• A loan from citizens to the government

• A military strategy

What was the War Measures Act?

• A permanent law to increase taxes

• A temporary law giving the government more power during war

• A law to reduce military spending

• A law to promote free speech

How were enemy aliens treated in Canada during the war?

• They were sent back to their home countries

• They were encouraged to join the military

• They were monitored and sometimes interned

• They were given more rights

What was one of the actions taken under the War Measures Act?

• Increasing immigration

• Encouraging free press

• Reducing military forces

• Imposing censorship

What was the overall impact of the war on Canadian life?

• Life was drastically altered

• Life became more isolated

• Life became easier

• Life remained unchanged