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World War 1 lasted from ____ to _____ ?
1914 - 1918
Name all FOUR causes of World War 1
Militarism
Alliances
Imperialism
Nationalism
Soldiers fought inside these in World War 1, namely in Gallipoli and the Western front.
Trenches
In which modern-day country was the Battle of Gallipoli fought?
Turkey
What date did the war end?
November 11, 1918
What is another name for WW1?
The Great War
What is the term that describes the intense competition between European powers for overseas colonies and influence?
Imperialism
The psychological trauma experienced by soldiers due to the horrors of warfare was termed what?
Shell Shock (we know it as PTSD)
What is the significance of the 25th of April, 1915?
It is the day the ANZACs landed in Gallipoli
What do we call the day we remember the end of the war?
Remembrance Day/Armistice Day
What is the name of the Serbian nationalist that assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
Gavrillo Princip
What was the name of the alliance that consisted of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy?
The Triple Alliance
What is the name of the gas that caused severe respiratory problems and often death?
Mustard Gas
The Gallipoli Campaign aimed to secure a supply route to what country?
Russia
What was the name of the document that ended World War 1 and where was it signed?
Treaty of Versailles, outside Palace of Versailles, Paris, France
What is the name of persuasive messages that were used to encourage support for the war effort and demonize the enemy?
Propaganda
What is the name of the city in which Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated?
Sarajevo
Why were trenches NOT built in straight lines?
To provide cover. To ensure enemy attacks could not wipe out a platoon in a straight line.
What is the modern-day name of Constantinople?
Istanbul
What punishment was Germany given after the war?
The Treaty of Versaille imposed heavy reparations and territorial loss after the war ended on Germany.
What is the name of the song that is played during WW1 commemorative ceremonies?
The Last Post
The Schlieffen Plan, devised by Germany, aimed to quickly defeat France and then turn attention to Russia. What was the primary reason for this plan?
Germany did not want to fight a war on 2 fronts
What is the name of the gun set-up that allowed the ANZACs to escape Gallipoli?
Drip Rifle or Pop Off Rifle
What is the name of the famous Australian who rescued soldiers on his donkey in Gallipoli?
John Simpson Kirkpatrick
What is the name of the organisation that was established after World War 1 to promote international cooperation and prevent future conflicts?
The League of Nations