World War 1: At Home & Abroad

World War 1: At Home & Abroad

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Social Studies

11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following was NOT a cause of World War 1?
Imperialism,
Communism,
Nationalism,
Alliances,
Militarism

Back

Communism

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which choice is the best description of the sinking of the Lusitania ship?

Back

The Lusitania ship sank in 15 minutes after being attacked by a German U-boat. More than 1,000 people died, including 128 United States citizens. Americans were outraged and President Wilson denounced the attack.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which law did Congress pass in 1917 to establish a military draft?

Back

Selective Service Act

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the case Schenck v. United States (1919)?

Back

The Supreme Court decided that free speech will be limited during war if the speech threatens national security or endangers U.S. troops.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

This group contributed to the U.S. war effort by serving their country in the army and the navy even though they faced discrimination, racism and segregation in the military and in civilian life. Options: German Americans, Hispanic Americans, women, African Americans, Conscientious objectors

Back

African Americans

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

This group contributed to the U.S. war effort by serving their country in non-combat roles such as stretcher-bearers, medical roles and other "work of national importance" on the roads and land, but some were imprisoned. Who are they?

Back

Conscientious objectors

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

This group contributed to the U.S. war effort by serving their country in non-combat roles such as serving as communication operators, clerks, doctors, nurses, and translators, and they worked in manufacturing and agricultural positions and in ammunitions factories on the home front.

Back

Women

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