Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will have a better understanding of the causes and major events of World War I.
Materials and Prep
- Pen and paper
- Access to the internet for research
- No prior knowledge required
Activities
Research and create a timeline of the major events leading up to World War I.
Write a short creative story from the perspective of a soldier in the trenches during WWI.
Create a poster illustrating the alliances and countries involved in WWI.
Talking Points
World War I began in 1914 and lasted until 1918.
The main causes of WWI were militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism.
One of the major events that triggered WWI was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary.
During WWI, new technologies such as tanks, airplanes, and chemical weapons were used in warfare.
The war ended with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1919.