1. March 17, 2014 Aim: Why did the Senate reject the Treaty of Versailles?
Do Now:
Who do the characters in this WWI cartoon represent?
What do you think was the purpose of this poster?

2. Woodrow Wilson’s Fourteen Points
Plan to end WWI fairly.
Prevent future conflicts.
Create a lasting peace.
Self-determination
Freedom of the seas
Reduced armaments
No secret alliances
LEAGUE OF NATIONS

3. Treaty of Versailles - Terms
Germany had to give up its colonies, land in Europe, most of its army.
Germany accepted the blame for the war and had to pay reparations to the Allies.
League of Nations established.
Does the League of Nations still exist today?

4. U.S. Senate Rejects the Treaty of Versailles
U.S. never joined the League of Nations.
Fear of U.S. losing independence.
Fear of being drawn into another world war.

5. America Retreats into Isolation
Refuses to become involved in other countries’ affairs.

6. What effect do you think America’s isolation will have on the rest of the world?
Think-Pair-Share:
Think about how America’s isolation will effect the international community.
Pair up with a partner and discuss your thoughts.
Share your response with the rest of the class.