World War I:  The Great War

Directions:  Use your textbook beginning on page 499 to complete the following:

1. List the CAUSES OF THE GREAT WAR:

1) ___________________________                         3) ________________________________

2) _____________________________                 4) ______________________________

2. Identify the series of events/decisions in 1914 that led directly to the outbreak of war:

3. List the countries of the Triple Alliance:

1.            ______________________________
2. ______________________________
3. ______________________________

4. List the countries of the Triple Entente:

1. ______________________________
2. ______________________________
3. ______________________________

5. Define conscription:

6. Define mobilization:

7. Define propaganda:  

8. Define war of attrition:

9. Define the word neutrality:

10. Do you think the United States has a global responsibility to come to the aid of warring nations or do you think they should remain neutral?

• Map of Europe in 1914 (on back):  Use your book on page 507 to identify the Central Powers, Allied Countries, Neutral Countries, and capitals of Europe at the outbreak of World War I.  You should use at least three different colors and one symbol to complete your map.