Social Studies 11 – WWI



New Technology and the War

You have looked in detail at the causes and beginning of the WW1, and Canada’s preparation for war. Predict the effect that changes in technology will have on the way that World War 1 will be fought. Write your ideas below.

With a partner read about the innovations in technology introduced during the First World War, from the section titled “New Technology and the War,” from page 28 to 30 in Counterpoints. As you read, take notes on the type of technology introduced, as well as its intended use and purpose. Us the two-column format provided below.

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Working on your own, write a paragraph summarizing how technology changed the way that war was fought. Consider including the following terms in your summary: speed, suffocate, attrition, tactics, casualties, carnage.

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