history Flashcards
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What was a short term cause of WWI?
Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
Name two long term causes of WWI.
- Alliance system (Triple Entente & Triple Alliance)
- Militarism
What are the three main long term causes of WWI?
- Militarism
- Nationalism
- Imperialism
What is the Schlieffen Plan?
A German military strategy for a two-front war against France and Russia.
Why did the Schlieffen Plan fail?
It failed due to unexpected resistance and logistical issues.
List reasons why men volunteered to join the war.
- Patriotism
- Propaganda
- Pals battalions
What was the Military Service Act 1916?
Legislation that introduced conscription in Britain during WWI.
Who were conscientious objectors?
Individuals who refused military service on moral or religious grounds.
What does ‘Stalemate’ mean in the context of WWI?
A situation where neither side can gain an advantage or progress.
Define ‘War of attrition’.
A strategy aimed at wearing down the enemy through continuous losses.
What was the purpose of the frontline trench?
To serve as the main defensive position against enemy attacks.
Why did trench warfare develop during WWI?
Due to the need for defensive positions and the challenges of modern warfare.
What does DORA stand for?
Defense of the Realm Act
How did DORA affect life in Britain?
It imposed restrictions and controls over daily life and resources during the war.
Define censorship.
The suppression of speech, public communication, or other information.
Provide examples of propaganda used during WWI.
- Recruitment posters
- Government announcements
- Media control
What is the purpose of source analysis?
To evaluate the reliability, purpose, and usefulness of historical sources.
What is a key aspect to judge the reliability of a source?
The type and origin of the source.
What is a key turning point in WWI?
The Battle of the Somme
How do you structure a PEEL paragraph?
Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link
Fill in the blank: The act that introduced conscription in Britain during WWI was the _______.
Military Service Act 1916
