Life in World War I Trenches

The video discusses the use of trenches in World War I, highlighting their role in protecting soldiers from enemy attacks. Trenches were typically two meters deep and one and a half meters wide, constructed in a zigzag pattern to hinder enemy advancement. They were fortified with sandbags and barbed wire, and soldiers used a step to fire at enemies. Life in the trenches was harsh, with poor sanitation and limited food supplies, leading to hunger and disease. During truces, soldiers engaged in leisure activities to pass the time.

What was one of the main features of combat during World War I?

• Guerrilla tactics

• Trench warfare

• Naval battles

• Air strikes

How deep were the trenches typically?

• Four meters

• One meter

• Three meters

• Two meters

What was used to protect the entrance of the trenches?

• Metal gates

• Wooden planks

• Sandbags and barbed wire

• Concrete walls

What was the purpose of the 50 cm step in the trenches?

• To mark the boundary

• To provide a resting place

• To store supplies

• To help soldiers shoot at the enemy

What did soldiers use to cook their food in the trenches?

• Portable stoves

• Campfires

• Fogareiros

• Electric cookers

What was a common problem faced by soldiers in the trenches despite food distribution?

• Food poisoning

• Hunger

• Lack of water

• Overeating

What were used as makeshift toilets in the trenches?

• Portable toilets

• Chemical toilets

• Buckets and holes in the ground

• Public restrooms

What activities did soldiers engage in during moments of truce?

• Hunting for food

• Playing cards, writing letters, and storytelling

• Training exercises

• Building new trenches