1. Watch the clip and write a definition of the term ‘Total War’
Watch the clip and write a definition of the term ‘Total War’

2. Total War.
K: The ways the Government extended its control over Britain in the war.
U: Why Govt control was extended during the war.
S: using evidence to support a point of view.

3. Outcomes
All can identify and describe measures taken by the government in this Total War. E-D
Most can explain why government control was extended further in this war. C
Some explain some of the limitations of using the term ‘Total War’ in the context of WWI. B-A

4. Total War
Read AQA textbook pg and Rees photocopy to gain a thorough understanding of the issues
Decide whether each statement is true or false
Provide at least 2 pieces of supporting evidence

5. Total War War resulted in trade unions becoming less powerful False
2. The government took over the ownership of all factories, mines and businesses in Britain
3. New government departments were created to manage and control all aspects of the economy
True
4. The government was very quick to take control over shipping as soon as war erupted
5. Local officials had some freedom to implement central government policy in a way that was best for their area

6. Total War
6. Production and distribution of food became immediately more efficient after the Ministry of Food was established False 7. The government recognised and used the expertise of successful managers in business and industry True 8. Limits were placed on the profits made by key industries

7. Total War
Note making next lesson will focus on the 4 areas of the economy that came under increasing government control during the war.
Labour / Workers and Trade Unions
Industry
Transport
Food and drink

8. Plenary Key terms DORA Ministry of Munitions requisitioning
Canal Control Committee
dilution agreements
Food Controller
rationing
local agricultural committees
Ministry of Shipping
Trades Union Congress
Railway Executive Committee