Now that we have seen the movie Gallipoli we will examine some of the historical events that brought the world to war.  Today’s assignment will be an individual web based learning assignment.  Please answer your questions on Microsoft Word or printed neatly on lined paper.

1. Review the following web site:  http://www.pvhs.chico.k12.ca.us/~bsilva/projects/great_war/causes.htm
After viewing this site list and explain six causes of the war.
 

Map of Gallipoli.

2. Review the following web site:  http://www.awm.gov.au/atwar/conflict_ww1.htm
Give a brief summary of the Australian involvement in the war.
What was the strategy of the attackers?  (What did they do before they attacked the opposing side)
How did Australian women volunteer for service?
 
 
 
 
 
 

3. Review the actual accounts of the battle for the “Nek” as seen in the movie Gallipoli.  Compare this account to the movie’s description of the attack.  Is it accurate?  Is it inaccurate?
http://www.awm.gov.au/atwar/gallipoli_symposium_celik.htm

One of your movie questions was why did the average Australian join the war?  After viewing the two web sites on Australian involvement, why do you think the average Australian joined the war?