Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will have a better understanding of the causes and impact of World War 1.
Materials and Prep
- Pen and paper for note-taking
- Access to the internet for research
- No prior knowledge required
Activities
- Research Task: Look up the main causes of World War 1 and create a timeline of events leading up to the war.
- Map Activity: Identify the countries involved in World War 1 on a world map and mark the major battle sites.
- Role-play: Pretend to be a soldier in the trenches and write a letter home describing your experiences.
Talking Points
- Causes of World War 1: "The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was a key trigger for the war."
- Alliances: "The formation of alliances between countries led to the escalation of the conflict."
- Technology in WW1: "Trench warfare and new weapons like machine guns changed the nature of battle."
- Impact of WW1: "The Treaty of Versailles and the League of Nations were outcomes of the war that shaped the future."