SS10.WH.12

Social Studies (2010) Grade(s): 9 - World History

SS10.WH.12

Explain causes and consequences of World War I, including imperialism, militarism, nationalism, and the alliance system.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • How to explain the causes and consequences of WWI.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Identify causes and consequences of historical events using a variety of primary and secondary historical resources.
  • Judge the importance of historical events using specific textual evidence to support the student's position.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • There were many causes and consequences of World War I.

Vocabulary

  • imperialism
  • militarism
  • nationalism
  • alliance system
  • Bolsheviks
  • Treaty of Versailles of 1919
  • reparations
  • War Guilt Clause
  • League of Nations
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