When Britain declared war on Germany, it also did so on behalf of the entire British Empire, including the Dominions. One of these was Canada. Who was its leader?

Correct answer: B. Sir Robert Borden

  • A. Andrew Fisher
  • B. Sir Robert Borden
  • C. Sydney Buxton
  • D. Lord Hardinge

Explanation

Sir Robert Borden was prime minister of Canada from 1911 to 1920, so he led Canada when Britain declared war in 1914. Andrew Fisher was the Australian prime minister at the outbreak of the war.

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