All Quiet on the Western Front/World War I - First 25 Vocab Quiz

What is the definition of an "Empire" in the context of World War I?

• A small community, like a village or town

• A large group of countries under a single supreme authority

• A type of government, often centralized and authoritative

• A local council, governing a specific area or region

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which term describes the act of gathering resources or troops over time during World War I?

• Negotiate

• Accumulate

• Bolster

• Enlist

What does "Ethnic" refer to in the context of the diverse populations within empires during World War I?

• A type of cuisine specific to religious groups

• A group of people sharing a common cultural background

• A form of governance where all the officials are the same race

• A specific region in Europe

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RI.8.4

Explain how a "Territory" is different from a "Province" in the context of World War I.

• A territory is always larger than a province, while a province is a division within a country.

• A territory is a region under the jurisdiction of a ruler, while a province is a division within a country, such as the provinces of the German Empire.

• A territory is a type of government, while a province is a type of land, such as the provinces of the German Empire.

• A territory is a cultural group, while a province is a political group, such as the provinces of the German Empire.

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CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.2D

How might a leader "Bolster" their army during World War I?

• By reducing its size through strategic downsizing and taking credit for the money saved

• By strengthening or supporting it through increased conscription and resources

• By ignoring it completely and focusing elsewhere

• By disbanding it entirely and reallocating resources

What is the role of a "Diplomat" in international relations during World War I?

• To declare war and initiate conflicts between nations

• To negotiate and maintain peaceful relations between countries, such as the efforts to prevent the war

• To lead military operations and strategize battles

• To create laws and establish international agreements

Analyze the importance of having an "Heir" in a monarchy during World War I.

• It ensures the continuation of the royal family line and stability of the realm, as seen in the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

• It allows for frequent changes in leadership, which can lead to instability and uncertainty in the realm.

• It prevents any form of governance, leading to chaos and a lack of direction in the monarchy.

• It is irrelevant to the monarchy, as the royal family line and stability are not dependent on an heir.

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CCSS.W.8.1B

Discuss the impact of "Conscription" on a country's military and society during World War I.

• It decreases the number of soldiers, which can affect societal views on militarism and lead to social unrest.

• It increases the number of soldiers by mandating military service, which can affect societal views on militarism and lead to social unrest.

• It has no impact on the military, which can affect societal views on militarism and lead to social unrest.

• It only affects the economy, which can affect societal views on militarism and lead to social unrest.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.W.8.1B

What is the meaning of "Ancestry"?

• A type of ethnic descent of animals found in a small area

• One's family or ethnic descent, which played a role in nationalistic tensions

• The heritage of one's family

• The ancient word for a families language heritage

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does "Casualties" refer to in a military context during World War I?

• The number of soldiers enlisted, which was significant in battles like the Somme

• The number of soldiers who are killed, wounded, or missing, which was significant in battles like the Somme

• The number of soldiers who are promoted, which was significant in battles like the Somme

• The number of soldiers who retire, which was significant in battles like the Somme

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RI.8.4