Chapter 2.05 - The Conscription Crisis of World War I

Question 2.18.a (page 58)

Who would be more likely to express each of the following opinions, Bourassa or Borden? Give reasons for your answer.a) The British are emptying the Canadian purse.Bourassa because he believes that the British would do anything to remain powerful in the world.

Question 2.18.b (page 58)

Who would be more likely to express each of the following opinions, Bourassa or Borden? Give reasons for your answer.b) Canada is for Canadians. I am a Canadian first and last. I hardly ever think of Britain. Bourassa because he dislikes British imperialism and would like it to end in Canada.

Question 2.18.c (page 58)

Who would be more likely to express each of the following opinions, Bourassa or Borden? Give reasons for your answer.c) French-speaking Canadians are Canadians. They must do their share. They benefit from being Canadian and now they must pay for that privilege.Borden because the French Canadians are against conscription and do not want to fight in Britain's wars.

Question 2.18.d (page 58)

Who would be more likely to express each of the following opinions, Bourassa or Borden? Give reasons for your answer.d) The war has cost too many lives. It must be ended at once. We can end the war with a great victory. But for victory we need soldiers.Borden because he is promoting conscription for all Canadians.

Question 2.20 (page 58)

What are the benefits and drawbacks of being a colony in an empire?Benefits: military protection, economic protection.Drawbacks: no self-government, no self-determination, must obey the empire.