Essential QuestionsHow might imperialism lead to conflict? Why did America enter WWI? How did American troops change the course of the war? What are the 4 main causes of WWI? How does technology affect war? MemriseYour goal for today was 45 words. Your goal for next Monday is 65 words. VocabularySelective Service Act of 1917 — authorized the federal government to raise a national army for the American entry into World War I through the compulsory enlistment of people, AKA the Draft. Convoy System — A system in which merchant ships travel with naval vessels for protection War Industries Board — Agency established during WWI to increase efficiency & discourage waste in war-related industries. Victory Gardens — Gardens that citizens planted to raise their own vegetables, so that food could be sent to the troops. Liberty Bonds — sold to American people to raise money for the war efforts Propaganda — Ideas spread to influence public opinion for or against a cause Espionage and Sedition Acts — Two laws enacted to impose harsh penalties on anyone interfering with or speaking against U.S participation in WWI. “doughboys" — a nickname for the inexperienced but fresh American soldiers during WWI Armistice — Agreement to end fighting Great Migration — movement of over 300,000 African American from the rural south into Northern cities between 1914 and 1920 NotesMaps!Map: Color and label the Map. Use the map on Page 565 to help you.
The Century: America's Time -- Shell Shock, Part 2We will watch the second installment of the WWI documentary. It is 15 minutes long. You will take 15 notes. Public Service AnnouncementsWe'll have our quiz on Wednesday this week. It will be mostly on WWI and Imperialism. Our MidTerm will be next week on Thursday. Your Summary Project is due this Friday. Your Historical Product is due next Friday Literacy Essentials3-2-1 Exit Ticket -- AmericanLipp2103 - facts you remember
2 - things you thought were interesting/really cool 1 - question you have
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