WORLD WAR IS OVER

WORLD WAR IS OVER

Learning Objectives

Describe the events leading to the end of World War I
Evaluate the impact of World War I's conclusion on European politics and imperialism
Explain the role of British forces in the final days of the war and the significance of the capture of Mons
Discuss the implications of the term 'divine rights' in the context of German defeat and the end of imperial rule

What do you already know about the end of World War I?

The end of World War I and the armistice agreement

Armistice accepted by Germany
Cessation of hostilities on all fronts

The retreat and refuge of German leadership

Kaiser, Crown Prince, and Hindenburg sought refuge in Holland

The capture of Mons by British forces

British captured Mons

The end of the divine right of kings and the branding of Germany's imperialism

End of armed imperialism in Germany
Shift in European power dynamics
End of divine rights held by crowned heads

Definition List

Armistice: A formal agreement of warring parties to stop fighting
Divine Rights: The doctrine that kings and queens have a God-given right to rule and that rebellion against them is a sin
Imperialism: A policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

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Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.