Year 9 Mixed Questions Flashcards
(15 cards)
When did World War I begin and end?
28th July 1914 - 11th November 1918
Who was the British Prime Minister during most of World War II?
Winston Churchill
What was the significance of the Treaty of Versailles?
The terms of the TOV punished Germany for their involvement in WWI, and formally ended the war.
Name three inventions from the Industrial Revolution.
The Watt Steam engine, the Spinning Jenny and the Power Loom.
Why was Technological Advancements a main cause of the Industrial Revolution?
Inventions enabled mass productions and efficient movement of goods.
Why was Agricultural Revolution a main cause of the Industrial Revolution?
Improved farming methods led to increased food productions, freeing up labor to work in factories.
Why was Rise of Capitalism a main cause of the Industrial Revolution?
Development of financial institutions provided the capital needed to invest in new industries and technologies.
Why was Natural Resources a main cause of the Industrial Revolution?
Great Britain possessed abundant coal and iron deposits, crucial for powering machinery and manufacturing.
How did the role of women change during WW1?
Many women stepped into traditionally male jobs on the home front to support the war effort, while others served in medical roles or as volunteers on the front lines which led to increased financial independence and social freedom for women.
When was the Treaty of Versailles signed?
June 28th 1919
What did the terms of the Treaty of Versailles consist of?
- Germany was forced to accept sole responsiblity for the war.
- Germany had to pay for the damage for the war.
- Germany was only allowed 100,000 soldiers, and they were forbidden from having submarines, airforce, tanks etc.
- Germany had to give up land to neighbouring countries.
How and why did the Nazis use education to control young people in Germany?
Schools and universities were to indoctrinate young people into the racial ideas of Nazism and make children loyal to Hitler - this was in effect a form of brainwashing.
Who was Simon De Monfort?
He was a nobleman who led a rebellion ahainst King Henry III in the 13th Century.
What did Simon De Monfort establish and what year did he sign it?
1265, he established the first “real” Parliament.
What was Parliament like before Simon De Montfort step in?
The king made decisions with the help of nobles/bishops, there was no real representation of ordinary people like merchants or townspeople. It was an early step in democracy.
