What is Militarism?
To build up a countries military and giving majority if not all power to the military.
What was trench Warfare
The process of fighting a battle within trenches.
Why did America initially decide to stay neutral?
American had many investments tied up in the war.
What event gave America more reason to join war. (hint- it was similar to the reason Great Britain initially joined)
The invasion of Germany
What year did the first iPhone come out. (Hint- it was the summer before my 11th grade year in school)
The agreement between two or more countries with the hopes of gaining more security or providing aid to each other during the war.
What were typical conditions of Trench Warfare
Muddy, dead bodies, rats, cold etc
Who was the president during the time of the WW1
Woodrow Wilson
What are some crimes Germany commit when they invaded Belgium?
Killing innocent civilians and burning down their homes.
What was the name of yesterdays Presenter?
Ms. Osho
Name all of the Central powers during the start of the war.
Austria-Hungary and Germany
Between both trenches is an area usually in the middle that is considered the most dangerous position to be in. What is this called?
"No Mans Land"
Why is America called a "Melting Pot"
Due to the many nationalities, religions, creeds and races combined in America.
What was the Selective Service Act?
Gave government the authority to authorize a draft to send troops to Europe at the time.
Where was Franz Ferdinand shot during his assassination?
In the Neck
Name either the country or organization that was responsible for the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
The Black Hand or Serbia
What is a stalemate?
When neither side can gain an advantage on the other.
What position did a Internationalist take when it came to America's involvement in the war.
Internationalist- did not want to join the war but wanted to help find a solution to it.
This famous Writer graduated from O'Bannon High School in 1963. He wrote the famous book "Once Upon a Time When We Were Colored" Grew up in Glen Allen, Ms. before moving to Greenville. (Bonus 100 pts if you can answer without google.)
Clifton Taulbert
What event during the start of the war caused Great Britain to join in on the war?
The invading of Belgium
What is this gun called
Gatling Gun
If I felt America should join the war what position would I take?
Interventionist
What was the Zimmerman letter?
A secret Letter to Mexico that urged them to attack America. In return they would receive Texas, New Mexico and Arizona if Germany won.
This Quarterback is mostly known for being the all time leading rusher for quarterbacks in NFL history with 6,109 yards and over 22,000 passing yard. He played for 4 different teams. He is also called the most unstoppable player on Madden 2004.
Micheal Vick