1. BY HELEN LEGG Defence Of the Realm Act 1914

2. What Was It? An act that gave government a lot of power during the war

3. Why Was It Passed? Keep morale high Prevent invasion Save food Avoid attacks Maximise productivity Increase men on the warfront To keep the country safe

4. What Rules Were Enforced? No: Flying kites Bonfires Buying binoculars Feeding wild animals Talking about naval and military affairs Buying alcohol on public transport Striking

5. What Rules Were Enforced? Newspapers were censored Letters home were censored Government could take over land and factories Farmers and miners couldn’t enlist Pubs were open 12pm-3pm and 6:30pm-9:30pm Alcohol was watered down