WWI Conscription Debates Lesson
Learning objectives
In this lesson, students will explore the complex social, political, and moral dimensions of the conscription debates in Australia during World War One, focusing on how factors like the Gallipoli campaign, class divisions, and religious tensions influenced public opinion and policy. They will also learn about key figures such as Prime Minister Billy Hughes and Archbishop Daniel Mannix, and how their actions and rhetoric impacted the outcomes of the conscription referenda in 1916 and 1917. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, source analysis, and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.
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Option 1: Reading
Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:
Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:
Option 2: Using sources
Step 1: Download a copy of the source analysis worksheet below:
Step 2: Answer the set questions by using the following sources:
Option 3: Internet research
Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the questions.
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