Causes of WWI
What does the acronym MAIN stand for in relation to the causes of WWI?
Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, and Nationalism
What foot condition did soldiers often get from wet trenches?
trench foot
a painful condition caused by prolonged exposure to damp, unsanitary trench conditions
Which new armored vehicle was introduced by the British in 1916?
The tank
In which year did Australia enter WWI?
1914
When did the war end?
11/11 1918 - Now known as remembrance day
Which empire’s heir was assassinated in Sarajevo in 1914? and what was his name?
the heir to Austro-Hungarian Empire Archduke Franz Ferdinand
Why were conditions in the trenches often unsanitary and dangerous?
4 Conditions
due to mud, disease, rats, lice, and lack of hygiene constant enemy fire
Why were machine guns so devastating in WWI compared to previous wars?
they could fire hundreds of rounds per minute, making frontal attacks deadly
What does the acronym ANZAC stand for?
Australian and New Zealand Army Corps
What was the name of the peace treaty signed at the end of the war?
The Treaty of Versailles
Which European country declared war on Serbia first?
Austria-Hungary?
What is the term for constant fear and stress from trench life?
shell shock - now called PTSD
What new weapon was first used by the Germans in 1915?
poison gas?
Where did the ANZAC troops famously land on 25 April 1915?
What is Gallipoli?
Which country was forced to accept “war guilt” under the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany
Which 3 European countries were in the Triple Entente?
France, Russia, and Britain
What does “going over the top” mean?
attacking the enemy across no-man’s-land from the trenches
Why is WWI called the “first modern war”?
because of new technology like tanks, airplanes, machine guns, and poison gas
Why is Gallipoli often remembered as a defining moment in Australia’s national identity?
Australian's fighting under the Australian Flag and not as British Soldiers.
Which empires collapsed after WWI? give at least 2 answers
Austro-Hungarian, Ottoman, German, and Russian
Which countries were in the Triple Alliance?
Germany, Austria-Hungary, and The Ottoman Empire
Explain how trench warfare led to a military stalemate on the Western Front.
defensive positions and fortified trenches made it difficult for either side to advance
Explain how technological innovations contributed to the war being called the “first modern war.”
new weapons, artillery, tanks, gas, and airplanes made it more industrialized and deadly
Why were conscription debates in Australia during WWI so important, and what did the Constitution allow?
The Constitution (Section 51(vi)) let the government make laws for defending Australia, so they could require people to serve at home. But it did not allow automatic overseas service, so trying to force Australians to fight abroad was controversial and voted down in public referendums.
What international organization was created to prevent future wars?
the League of Nations