WWI

Life on the Eve of War using the link/website, create a summary of what life was like on the eve of World War I. For each of the 5 articles, write down two or three points along with why you thought each point was noteworthy. Finally, write down which section you enjoyed reading the most and explain why.

New Weapons of War

Using the article and your general knowledge of world events, answer the following questions. bring the answer to class.

1. With whom is the US at war?

2. What "new weapon" is the US using in this war?

3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this weapon?

4. How does this weapon compare with the weapons of WWI?

5. What is the difference between a Marine on the ground and a drone operator? Why is this significant?

6. What is the difference between the US military and the CIA? Why is this significant?

7. Using this article, summarize criticism of US drone use.

1914 CHRISTMAS TRUCE Boston Pops remembrance

Other WWI resources Primary Sources and Activities NEA WWI Centennial Commission WWI and the NYT National History Day Perspectives from WWI