1. World War I and the Russian Revolution
Section 1: The Great War Begins
Witness History Audio: The Spark: Borijove Jevtic
Alliances Draw Lines
Because of distrust among nations, two large alliances emerged—the Triple Alliance of Germany, Italy, and Austria-Hungary and the Triple Entente of France, Russia, and Britain.
Geography Interactive: European Alliances and Military Build-Up, 1914
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “Who killed the Archduke and his wife?” (Gavrilo Princip) “Why might Princip have done this?” (Sample: to make a statement about Serbian nationalism.)
When Showing Color Transparency 157, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide a discussion on the causes and consequences of the Schlieffen Plan.
Rivalries and Nationalism Increase Tension
Economic rivalries, struggles over colonies, arms races, and aggressive nationalism pushed Europe toward war.
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Section 1: The Great War Begins
The Powder Keg Ignites
In Sarajevo the nephew of the Austrian emperor was assassinated by a Serbian nationalist, causing Austria (backed by Germany) to declare war on Serbia.
Alliances Kick In
Serbia enlisted the help of its ally, Russia, which brought France along with it into the war. Britain joined the war when Germany invaded neutral Belgium.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “Who killed the Archduke and his wife?” (Gavrilo Princip) “Why might Princip have done this?” (Sample: to make a statement about Serbian nationalism.)
When Showing Color Transparency 157, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide a discussion on the causes and consequences of the Schlieffen Plan.
Chart: Reasons for Entering the War, July-August 1914
Color Transparency 157: The Schlieffen Plan
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3. World War I and the Russian Revolution
Section 1: The Great War Begins
Reaction to the War
The war took peoples’ minds off domestic problems and united the citizens of each country under patriotism.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “Who killed the Archduke and his wife?” (Gavrilo Princip) “Why might Princip have done this?” (Sample: to make a statement about Serbian nationalism.)
When Showing Color Transparency 157, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide a discussion on the causes and consequences of the Schlieffen Plan.
QuickTake Section Quiz
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4. World War I and the Russian Revolution: Section 1
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Chart: Reasons for Entering the War, July-August 1914
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Color Transparency 157: The Schlieffen Plan
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