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Canada and the World Wars: Vimy Ridge

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet provides reading comprehension exercises about the Battle of Vimy Ridge, exploring its significance for Canada during the First World War.

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#Explain the strategic importance of Vimy Ridge in WWI
#Standard
#Analyse the significance of Vimy Ridge for Canadian national identity
#Vimy Ridge
#Compare Canadian and Allied perspectives on Vimy Ridge
#Canada and the World Wars
#World War I
#Reading Comprehension
#History

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Canada and the World Wars: Vimy Ridge

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to Vimy Ridge

Vimy Ridge was a strategic high ground in northern France that was fiercely contested during the First World War. For Canada, victory at Vimy Ridge in April 1917 became a symbol of national achievement and independence. The battle involved meticulous planning, innovative tactics, and the bravery of thousands of Canadian soldiers. It is often seen as a defining moment in Canada's history, marking its emergence as a united and independent nation.

Source A: Official War History

'The victory at Vimy Ridge was a turning point for Canada, demonstrating its military capability and fostering a sense of national pride.' Provenance: Canadian War Museum, official history, 1920.

1.
Explain why Vimy Ridge was considered a significant battle for Canada. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of Source A and a typical German view of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Outline the tactics used by Canadian soldiers at Vimy Ridge that contributed to their success. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
4.
Analyse the impact of the victory at Vimy Ridge on Canadian national identity. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Describe the role of planning and preparation in the Canadian victory at Vimy Ridge. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Write a brief summary of why the Battle of Vimy Ridge is remembered today. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
7.
Analyse how the Battle of Vimy Ridge influenced Canada's role in the post-war world. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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