Module 19 Lesson 3 Flashcards
A Global Conflict
What was the Gallipoli campaign?
An Allied attempt to attack the Dardanelles, beginning in February 1915 and ending in December 1915 with 250,000 casualties
The Dardanelles strait was considered a gateway to Constantinople.
What was the outcome of the Gallipoli campaign?
It failed, resulting in 250,000 casualties
The campaign ended in December 1915.
Which countries quickly invaded China and Pacific Islands during World War I?
Japan
Japan took control of 3/4 of the colonies.
What role did India play in World War I?
India helped Britain with hopes of improving their status for independence
Mohandas Gandhi was a prominent figure advocating for this change.
What was unrestricted submarine warfare?
Germany’s declaration in January 1917 to sink any ships around Britain
This included the use of submarines.
What event occurred on May 7, 1915, involving Germany?
Germany sank the Lusitania, killing 128 Americans
This event contributed to rising tensions between the U.S. and Germany.
What was the Zimmermann Note?
A letter from Arthur Zimmermann to Mexico proposing an alliance against the U.S.
It promised help for Mexico to take over parts of the U.S.
When did the U.S. enter World War I?
April 2, 1917
The U.S. entered on the Allies’ side.
What does ‘Total War’ refer to?
A war where all of a country’s resources are devoted to the conflict
This led to unemployment disappearing as factories shifted to munitions production.
What changes occurred regarding women’s roles during World War I?
Women replaced men in factories and began building munitions
This shifted societal views on women in the workforce.
What happened to Czar Nicholas II in March 1917?
He was forced to step down
This led to the establishment of a new government.
What significant event occurred in November 1917?
Vladimir Ilyich Lenin signed the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk
This treaty ended Russia’s involvement in World War I.
By May 1918, how close was Germany to Paris?
40 miles away
However, German forces were exhausted.
What was the outcome of the Second Battle of the Marne in July 1918?
The Allies crushed the German forces
This was a turning point in the war.
What happened on November 9, 1918?
Kaiser Wilhelm II stepped down
This marked a significant change in German leadership.
When was the armistice signed to end World War I?
November 11, 1918
This date marks the official end of World War I.
What was the total number of soldiers who died in World War I?
8.5 million
An additional 21 million were wounded.
What was the total cost of World War I?
338 billion
This figure reflects the economic impact of the war.
True or False: The peace agreement after World War I prompted anger and resentment.
True
The terms of the peace agreement were controversial.
What pandemic followed World War I, resulting in 20 million deaths?
The influenza pandemic
This was often referred to as the ‘flu’.
Fill in the blank: Quarantines were placed everywhere to control the _______.
flu
Measures included isolating infected individuals and reporting diagnoses.
What measures were taken to reduce crowds during the flu pandemic?
Businesses had staggered hours
This was to limit the number of people gathered in one place.
