Causes of WW1
What does the acronym MAIN stand for?
Miltarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism
Define enlistment
Voluntarily joining the military to fight in a war.
What empire was Australia apart of during WW1?
The British Empire
What animals infested the trenches and spread disease?
rats and louse (lice)
What does the acronym ANZAC stand for?
Australian New Zealand Army Corp
Define Alliances
Agreements between countries to support and protect each other.
Define armistice
An agreement between opposing sides to stop fighting.
What battle/campaign contributed to the development of the Anzac Legend?
The Gallipoli Campaign
What is the name of the land in between opposing trenches?
No man's land
On what date did Australian and New Zealand soldiers land at Gallipoli?
25 April 1915
Define Miltarism
Building up a country's military strength, weapons and army.
Define propaganda
Information designed to influence people's opinions or encourage them to support a cause.
travel, employment, protect Australia, loyalty to Britian, social pressure,
What term was used to describe the psychological effects of experiencing the trauma and stress of war?
Shell shock
Which country were Australian and New Zealand soldiers fighting against at Gallipoli?
The Ottoman Empire
What is considered the trigger of WW1?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Define conscription
When people are forced by law to join the military.
Name ONE way the experience of First Nations Australian soldiers during WW1 was different from that of non-Indigenous Australian soldiers.
They experienced racial discrimination within the military.
They faced restrictions when trying to enlist because of their Indigenous identity.
They were often paid less than non-Indigenous soldiers.
They did not always receive the same recognition or treatment as non-Indigenous soldiers.
Some faced discrimination when returning home after the war.
They were not always given equal access to soldier benefits and support.
Name ONE feature used in WW1 trenches to protect soldiers from enemy attacks.
Parapet – Raised earth wall at the front of a trench to provide protection from enemy fire.
Parados – Raised earth wall at the back of a trench to provide protection.
Barbed wire – Used to slow down or stop enemy soldiers advancing.
Sandbags – Used to strengthen trench walls and provide protection from bullets and explosions.
Fire step – Raised platform that allowed soldiers to look over the parapet while remaining partly protected.
Duckboards – Wooden boards placed along the bottom of trenches to help soldiers walk through mud and water.
Identify TWO challenges faced by Australian and New Zealand soldiers during the Gallipoli Campaign.
Underwater mines and other naval obstacles.
Steep cliffs and rugged terrain, making it difficult to move inland.
Strong Ottoman resistance and enemy attacks.
Intense heat during summer.
Cold, wet conditions during winter.
Shortages of fresh water and food.
Poor sanitation, leading to disease.
Flies, lice and rats.
Define Imperialism
Imperialism is the desire to build an empire for your country.
Define referendum
A public vote on an important political question.
What was the name of the Australian prime minister during WW1 who wanted to introduce conscription?
William (Billy) Hughes
What term describes a situation in trench warfare where neither side could make significant progress or gain an advantage?
What was considered the only successful part of the Gallipoli Campaign for the ANZACs?
The evacuation