Warm-up: 1. In a list form, write every word that comes to mind when you hear, “WWI.” (there are no right or wrong answers)

Unit 5: World War One Big Questions: What were the causes of WWI? What were the major events of WWI? What were the major effects of WWI?

WWI: Intro Slideshow This slideshow will introduce you to the major elements of WWI Please answer the questions in complete sentences on a separate sheet of paper.

Questions 1 - 4

Trench Warfare Most of the fighting in WWI was in trenches. Look at the following slides and be prepared to answer a few questions.

Questions 5-6 What were trenches? Why were trenches used in warfare?

The First “Modern” War WWI has been called the first modern war. Examine the next few slides to see why

Questions 7-8 What military technology was used for the first time during WWI? How do you think these advances in weaponry changed warfare?

Mustard Gas It was during WWI that poison gas was used for the first time.

Questions 9-10 Is their such a thing as an “unfair” weapon in warfare? Is it justifiable to use chemical weapons against an enemy in war?

Final Questions Based on what you have seen so far what aspect of WWI are you most interested in learning more about? What questions do you have at this point?

Part 2

During most of the 1800s European countries were at peace European leaders attempted to get along with each other

Notes 5.1 The M.A.I.N. Causes of WWI

M.A.I.N. Causes of WWI The war started in 1914 Four “MAIN” causes Militarism Alliances Imperialism Nationalism

M.A.I.N. Causes: Individual Practice Symbol Definition (notes) What was happening (ex- what was going on in Europe that had to do with Alliance?) How did this lead to war (explain the connection between the cause and war)

A. Militarism When a country builds a large army even during peaceful times Belief that an army would gain respect and power Europe’s arms race – competition for the most powerful military Why do you need to build up your military if the world is at peace?

B. Alliances When countries make agreements to protect other countries European countries wanted to make sure they had allies in case a war broke out. Triple Alliance: Austria-Hungary, Germany, & Italy Triple Entente: Great Britain, France, Russia

C. Imperialism European countries were taking over weaker, smaller countries Europeans started to mistrust and resent each other Fighting over resources ($) What happens when there are no more smaller countries to imperialize?

D. Nationalism Europeans became very proud of their own countries Each country wanted to be the BEST and MOST powerful They feared and disliked being controlled by others

Causes: Guided Practice With your partner, write the correct M.A.I.N. cause that fits the description on your Guided Practice handout

Describe the M.A.I.N. causes of WWI and how each led to the actual war. (Refer to your notes/chart to help guide your response.)