Vocab
Militarism
Countries want to build up their armies and have an "arms race" to have the most and best
What is a temporary agreement made by opposing sides in a war to stop fighting for a certain time called?
Armistice
What were some of the cause for Women's Suffrage?
Women had to take over the jobs of men who were in war, this involvement gave women confidence and may many began to protest for equal right, Some joined women's regiments (non-combat), Female nurses were on front lines, taking care of soldiers and working around the clock
Which weapons were used for the first time in World War I?
Machine guns, Poison gas, Tanks, Planes, Submarines.
Select 1 new weapon used during World War I. Describe what the weapon is, what it does, and what it was used for during the war.
Poison gas is in the form of chlorine, phosgene, mustard gas, and tear gas. Poison gas blinds and chokes the victims burns and blistered there skin it destroys their lungs, and causes permanent nerve damage. It was used at the second Battle of Ypres Germany first used deadly poison gas. Allies also began using poison gas lat that year.
Alliances
Treaties between nations, saying that if one country went to war they would join on their side.
German U-Boats sinking any ship that they came across, both military and civilian ships, was part of what?
Unrestricted submarine warfare
• What was the name of the ship sunk by German U-Boats that outraged the United States?
The Lusitania
What term is used to describe when the entire country is totally dedicated to the war effort?
total war
What were some of the main points of the Treaty of Versailles? Do you believe these terms were reasonable for the losing side? Why or why not?
I do agree that these terms are reasonable. Germany were the first invade Belgium they have caused more problems with out the war even being declared so they have every right to blamed for the war. I think that these terms are more than enough for them to pay the price for everything that has happened they should lose everything they have.
Imperialism
The scramble for countries to expand the amount of land they controlled in the world and conquer terntor.
What was the area between trenches known as?
No Man's Land
In which country was there a communist revolution that cause the country to back out of World War I?
Russia
What was the name of the document that officially ended World War I?
The treaty of versailles
Nationalism
Extreme patriotism in one's nation, making them believe that their nation was than all others.
What event is considefed the "spark" that started the first World War?
the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferinand
Who was president of the United States during the First World War?
Which side of the war included Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire?
Assassination
The murder of a prominent or important person, such as a head of government, politician, royalty, etc.
What was the organization that was set up after World War I to help guarantee rights to countries and use peace talks?
League of Nations
Name the major battles that were fought during World War I
The Spring Offensive
Which side of the water included Britain, France, Russia, and eventually America?
the allies