Exploring the Causes of WW1: A Graphic Organizer Approach

Exploring the Causes of WW1: A Graphic Organizer Approach

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Exploring the Causes of WW1: A Graphic Organizer Approach

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Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will understand the major causes of World War 1 using a target diagram graphic organizer.

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What do you already know about the causes of World War 1?

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Introduction to WW1 Causes

World War 1 was triggered by multiple interconnected causes such as alliances, militarism, imperialism, and nationalism.

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Alliances

Countries formed military alliances for protection. Triple Entente and Triple Alliance were key alliances.

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Militarism

Nations increased military expenditure and built large armies, leading to an arms race.

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Imperialism

European powers competed for colonies and resources, leading to global tensions.

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Nationalism

National pride and ethnic tensions fueled desires for independence and dominance.

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Trigger Event

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand sparked the immediate outbreak of the war.

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Creating a Target Diagram

Use a target diagram to visualize these causes. Place the trigger event at the center.

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Reflection and Discussion

Reflect on how interconnected causes led to WW1. Discuss insights from the diagram.

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Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Slide 12 - Open question

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Slide 13 - Open question

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

Slide 14 - Open question