War Begins
What year did World War I begin?
1914
Name one country that was part of the Allies.
Britain, France, Russia, or later the U.S.
What was the name of the trench system where most of the fighting took place?
The Western Front
Name one new weapon introduced during World War I.
Machine guns, tanks, poison gas, airplanes, flamethrowers
What treaty officially ended World War I?
The Treaty of Versailles
What event is considered the spark that started World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
Name one country that was part of the Central Powers.
Germany, Austria-Hungary, Ottoman Empire
What was the area between enemy trenches called?
No Man’s Land
What was a U-Boat?
A German submarine used to attack ships
What happened to Germany as a result of the Treaty of Versailles?
It had to accept blame, pay reparations, and reduce its military
What was the main cause of tension in Europe before the war began?
Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, and Nationalism (MAIN)
What was the alliance between Germany and Austria-Hungary called?
The Dual Alliance
Name one major hardship soldiers faced in the trenches.
Mud, disease, rats, lice, trench foot, lack of food
How did the machine gun change warfare?
It made attacking enemy positions much more difficult and led to high casualties.
What role did propaganda play during the war?
It was used to influence public opinion, encourage enlistment, and support the war effort.
What country declared war on Serbia, starting World War I?
Austria-Hungary
Why did the United States join the war in 1917?
German U-boat attacks and the Zimmermann Telegram
How did trench warfare change the way wars were fought?
It led to prolonged battles with little movement, creating stalemates
What was the purpose of poison gas in battle?
To weaken enemy troops by causing blindness, burns, and suffocation.
How did women contribute to the war effort?
They worked in factories, served as nurses, and took on jobs left by soldiers
How did the sinking of the Lusitania influence the United States?
It increased anti-German sentiment and pushed the U.S. closer to joining the war
How did alliances contribute to the start of World War I?
They created a domino effect, pulling multiple nations into the conflict after Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia.
Why was trench warfare so dangerous?
Soldiers were exposed to enemy fire, gas attacks, and unsanitary living conditions.
Why were tanks developed during the war?
To break through enemy trenches and cross difficult terrain.
How did World War I set the stage for World War II?
The harsh treatment of Germany created resentment, economic hardship, and a desire for revenge