1. History of the Modern World
The Great War
Mrs. McArthur
Walsingham Academy
Room 111

2. World War I and the Russian Revolution
Section 1: The Great War Begins, pp
Witness History Audio: The Spark: Borijove Jevtic
Who killed the Archduke and his wife? What might have been his motives?
Alliances Draw Lines
Because of distrust among nations, two large alliances emerged—the Triple Alliance of Germany, Italy, and Austria-Hungary and the Triple Entente of France, Russia, and Britain.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “Who killed the Archduke and his wife?” (Gavrilo Princip) “Why might Princip have done this?” (Sample: to make a statement about Serbian nationalism.)
When Showing Color Transparency 157, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide a discussion on the causes and consequences of the Schlieffen Plan.
Geography Interactive: European Alliances and Military Build-Up, 1914
Complete questions.
Rivalries and Nationalism Increase Tension
Economic rivalries, struggles over colonies, arms races, and aggressive nationalism pushed Europe toward war.
Note Taking Transparency 169. Print (link on slide #4) and complete organizer for additional practice.
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3. Section 1: The Great War Begins
The Powder Keg Ignites
In Sarajevo the nephew of the Austrian emperor was assassinated by a Serbian nationalist, causing Austria (backed by Germany) to declare war on Serbia.
Alliances Kick In
Serbia enlisted the help of its ally, Russia, which brought France along with it into the war. Britain joined the war when Germany invaded neutral Belgium.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “Who killed the Archduke and his wife?” (Gavrilo Princip) “Why might Princip have done this?” (Sample: to make a statement about Serbian nationalism.)
When Showing Color Transparency 157, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide a discussion on the causes and consequences of the Schlieffen Plan.
Chart: Reasons for Entering the War, July-August Why might Russia feel that Germany started the war?
Color Transparency 157: The Schlieffen Plan
What was this military plan?
What was it designed to do?
What were its assumptions?
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4. Section 1: The Great War Begins
Reaction to the War
The war took peoples’ minds off domestic problems and united the citizens of each country under patriotism.
Progress Monitoring Transparency
QuickTake Section Quiz
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “Who killed the Archduke and his wife?” (Gavrilo Princip) “Why might Princip have done this?” (Sample: to make a statement about Serbian nationalism.)
When Showing Color Transparency 157, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide a discussion on the causes and consequences of the Schlieffen Plan.
Would you like additional study aides for Chapter 26? (5 Section summaries and blank organizers to test your knowledge of the class notes? Les voici! Save and Print.
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5. Note Taking Transparency 169
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6. Chart: Reasons for Entering the War, July-August 1914
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7. Color Transparency 157: The Schlieffen Plan
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8. Progress Monitoring Transparency
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9. World War I and the Russian Revolution
Section 2: A New Kind Of War, pp
Stalemate on the Western Front
Unexpected Belgian resistance and the efforts of British and French troops ended Germany’s plan for a quick victory over France.
Geography Interactive: The Western Front and the Eastern Front,
Witness History Video: World War I: A New Kind of War
Note Taking Transparency 170A
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “Why did the soldier find the singing of the birds so touching?” (The peaceful, ordinary singing of the birds was such a contrast to the death and destruction surrounding him.)
When showing Color Transparency 158, discuss with students how this aircraft was utilized in World War I.
When showing Color Transparency 159, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide a discussion on the mechanized nature of World War I battles.
Technology of Modern Warfare
The new use of machine guns, artillery guns, poison gas, tanks, airplanes and submarines all changed the tactics required to win the war.
Color Transparency 158: The Sopwith Camel
Note Taking Transparency 170B
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10. Section 2: A New Kind Of War
Battle on Other European Fronts
On the eastern front, Russia made some progress before retreating. In the Balkans, Bulgaria and Romania joined in on opposites sides of the War, and Italy joined in on the side of the Allies.
Color Transparency 159: The Mule Track by Paul Nash
War Around the World
The Ottoman Turks joined the Central Powers in 1914 and cut supply routes to Russia from the Mediterranean. In the Caucasus Mountains, Turkey fought Russia. African and Asian colonies were also involved in the war effort.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “Why did the soldier find the singing of the birds so touching?” (The peaceful, ordinary singing of the birds was such a contrast to the death and destruction surrounding him.)
When showing Color Transparency 158, discuss with students how this aircraft was utilized in World War I.
When showing Color Transparency 159, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide a discussion on the mechanized nature of World War I battles.
Progress Monitoring Transparency
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11. Color Transparency 158: The Sopwith Camel
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12. Color Transparency 159: The Mule Track by Paul Nash
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13. Progress Monitoring Transparency
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14. Note Taking Transparency 170A
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15. Note Taking Transparency 170B
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16. Major Battle Sites: WWI
Tannenberg (1914)
First and Second Battles of the Somme (1914, 1916)
First and Second Battles of the the Marne (1914,
Verdun (1916)
Gallipoli (1915)
Caporetto (1917)
Jutland (1916)
Major Battle Sites: WWI

18. Assignment 1
Review slides #2-8, answering questions where indicated and practicing factual knowledge using graphic organizers.
Test yourself (Links on Slide #4)
Reminders:
Optional Films: (1) Joyeux Noël: Tues. 3-4:40 in 111 or
(2) The Winslow Boy: Sun. 5-7 at Emily Jackson’s house (must sign up in advance)
Remembrance : Must be Read by January 25; test is Friday, 1/28

19. Assignment 2
Read text, pp , defining blue-bold vocabulary terms and answering 4 Checkpoint questions.
Test your reading by completing the Notetaking Chart, pp (A blank copy is available for printing by using link on slide #4.)
Reminders:
Optional Films: (1) Joyeux Noël: Tues. 3-4:40 in 111 or
(2) The Winslow Boy: Sun. 5-7 at Emily Jackson’s house (must sign up in advance)
Remembrance : Must be Read by January 25; test is Friday, 1/28

20. Assignment 3 Read and Study Sourcebook Notes, slides # 43-63.
Complete NoteTaking summary, pp 824 for practice.
Read Infographic, pp , Trench Warfare and complete Thinking Critically questions
Geography Interactive, pp. 826 with questions.

21. Assignment 4 Read text, pp. 828. Answer questions.
Read text, pp identifying 6 bold-blue words and answering 1 Checkpoint and 2 captions’ questions.
Read Sourcebook Notes, slides
Check your knowledge