Key Geography of World War 1

Match

Match the following facts to the correct battles:

• The Marne

• Verdun

• Somme

• Gallipoli

Marked end of German advance into France

One of the longest/most grueling battles

Known for its high casualties

aimed to secure a sea route to Russia

• Marked end of German advance into France

• One of the longest/most grueling battles

• Known for its high casualties

• aimed to secure a sea route to Russia

Drag and Drop

The World War 1 battle that is notable for the first use of tanks in warfare is the Battle of

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Drag these tiles and drop them in the correct blank above

Verdun

Gallipoli

the Somme

Ypres

Multiple Choice

Which of the following affected battle outcomes according to this presentation?

• Terrain and weather conditions

• Political alliances

• Economic resources

• Technological advancements

Multiple Choice

What was John J. Pershing's nickname?

• Blackbird

• Blackjack

• Blackstone

• Blacksmith

Multiple Choice

Control of key locations was vital for ________.

• Diplomatic relations

• Supply lines

• Training exercises

• Communication networks.