SS 11 A - Canada's Response to the Great War (Part II)

ANALYSIS OF A PRIMARY SOURCE
Description of the source (For example, for a written text, look for the main idea and note key words, images, or facts. For a cartoon, note elements such as the captions, title, composition, symbolism, use of size, et cetera.) What are the most important features?

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Context: When and where was this made? What historical background might help us understand the meaning and importance of this source?


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Provenance: Who wrote/made the source? Who was the intended audience? What do the features and context suggest about why this source was created?

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Interpretation: How does this source help us understand the reaction of Canadians to war at this time?

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Corroboration: In what ways is this source consistent with or different from other sources? Which ones?

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