Revolutions and the Enlightenment
What weapon was used by the Aboriginals that starts with T?
Tomahawk
What was signed at 11:00, 1918, on your birthday?
The Armistice, ending the fighting of the Great War.
What event on June 28th, 1914 was brought to pass by nationalist actions?
Archduke Francis Ferdinand's assassination
Who are the members of the Worm Cult, and when was it established? What is the goal of the cult? How has it been used during social studies this year? What is the name for a worm cult member? What are the middle name’s of its Alcuin members? (hint: this was revealed to you during our familial history projects)
The members of the worm cult are Liam, Ava, Sophie (and Elizabeth). It was established in the memorable year of 2020. Our goal is to honour the worm-god, celebrate its symbol and spread some wisdom (while keeping its deepest secrets). Its messages and symbols were used during class discussions and added a special touch to our teamwork during our projects. Worm cult members go by the name of “wormians”. The middle names of its active members at Alcuin are Jenny, Isabel, and Michael
In the Seven Years’ War, why did French expansion into the Ohio River resulted in the first skrimages of the war?
It brought France into armed conflicts with the British Colonies.
Which Oath was created based on Enlightenment ideas during the French Revolution?
The Tennis Court Oath
Which of the wars that we have studied ended in a status quo antebellum in Europe, but a major change in the French colonies of North America?
The Seven Years’ War
How was nationalism a cause of World War 1? What is nationalism?
Because of nationalist groups and the belief that your country is above everyone else.
How was Serbia affected by Imperialism?
The larger nations have exploited Serbia.
What is our name for King Fredrick the Great, used with admiration as we cheered him on through his strategic military exploits?
King Fred
Name some main ideas of the Enlightenment
Individualism, reason, social contract, natural religion/deism, universal rights/freedoms
What was the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk? What changed in Russia’s political structure for this to happen?
The treaty was to create peace with Germany in which Russia ceded multiple territories (including the Ukraine) to Germany. Much of it was later rendered obsolete. After “Red October” (a.k.a. The October Revolution), the Czar is overthrown and Russia comes under the new rule of the Bolsheviks and peace negotiations immediately commence to put a finish this unpopular war.
What was the name of the Serbian nationalist group that assassinated Archduke Francis Ferdinand?
The Black Hand
How did The Battle of Leuthen in 1757 turn the tides of the Seven Years’ War? What magnificent, brilliant man won this war through his incredible military tactics?
The Battle of Leuthen resulted in Russia’s withdrawal. King Fred (our beloved) won
How did the Great Powers exhibit militarism during World War I? And what was its solution?
They exhibited it by taking advantage of smaller and weaker countries like Serbia. The solution was the League of Nations.
Listen to the following song.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIQSEq6tEVs
To which country does this anthem belong and what is it about?
It belongs to France and is about the French Revolution.
How many of the treaties we have discussed this year (excluding possible one’s directly involving the French revolution or Napoleon) are named for a place in France? What are the treaties and what year do they take place?
The Treaty of Paris (1763)
The Treaty of Paris (1783)
The Treaty of Versailles (1919)
During 1789, what republican revolution initiated a movement resulting in the wide-spread birth of nationalism in Europe?
The French Revolution
How were the ideas of nationalism spread during the Risorgimento?
Newspaper
Who were the san-cluxxotes, and what historical building did they storm, and what was the exact date (day and year) of this storming? How were their motives inspired by militarism?
The san-culottes were French revolutionists. They stormed the Bastille on July 14th, 1789. Their motives were militaristic because they were searching for ammunition.
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se extendió la Gran Guerra a todos los poderes? (¿Cuales son los pasos?)
What are the steps that lead to the outbreak of the war
Archduke Francis Ferdinand is assassinated by the Black Hand. Austria-Hungary issued an ultimatum to Serbia. Russia pledges support for Serbia. Germany issues a bank cheque to Austria-Hungary. Russia Calls on her ally, France, who pledges support. Germany develops the Schlieffen Plan: Invade France quickly via Belgium, get them to surrender, then whirl around to deal with Russia. British declared war on Germany, to defend Belgium neutrality (as per their obligation).
Quelle pays est-ce que les autres n'invitaient pas, mais devrait vraiment être une partie des négociations du Traité de Versailles?
Qui est l’Allemagne
During “Nation Building” how did the different powers show Nationalism?
Not only did nationalism have an impact on the unification of Italy, but it also had an impact on the unification of Germany. Because mass manufacturing of newspapers was new, the propagation of nationalism throughout Germany was simple, and, as in Italy, played a part in their success. Canada is a Dominion. Though the many colonies of British North America had many distinct strifes, and that unity carried many benefits, there was another incentive driving their unity; nationalism. If Canada was to become its own nation, apart from the British, unification was the only way to complete the country; and, over time, all of the colonies joined together to form one.
How did Russia show imperialism in her support of Serbia?
It gave her an excellent opportunity to interfere in the Balkans, an area she was interested in for her empire.
What were the three technologies in the war that were in our projects? Additionally how did each one work and how was it beneficial to the war. (IF you were paying attention you should know this).
Poison gas & gas masks. Were efficient in killing soldiers.
Tanks were designed to cross no-man's land. Their track and guns made them nearly unstoppable.
Dreadnoughts were a revolutionary naval technology, brought into the world by the British navy. She was the first of all-big-gun naval ships. The Dreadnought made one significant contribution to the war: she was recognized as the first ship to sink a German U-Boat.