WW1 Terms - History

Question 1

Imperialism

Answer 1

When a country extends its power into other territories for economic and political gain.

Question 2

Militarism

Answer 2

The opinions or actions of people who believe that a country should use military methods, forces, etc to gain power and to achieve its goals.

Question 3

Alliances

Answer 3

A union or association formed for mutual benefit.

Question 4

Submarines (PROS & CONS)

Answer 4

Pros: Can take out enemies whilst enemies can’t do that to you
Cons: Overheat, fragile, stealth technology

Question 5

Tanks (CONS)

Answer 5

Cons: Gets stuck in mud

Question 6

Airplanes (PROS & CONS)

Answer 6

Pros: Able to report where enemies are, could have bombs and guns attached
Cons: 3 week life expectancy

Question 7

Chemicals (INFO)

Answer 7

Used by Germans at first

Question 8

Machine Guns (PROS)

Answer 8

Can kill hundreds to thousands

Question 9

Treaty of Versailles

Answer 9

A peace treaty to bring the end to WW1. 1919 at the Palace of Versailles in France. Led to the rise of hitler and the outbreak of WWII.