The Middle East Campaign in WWI Lesson

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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will explore the often-overlooked Middle Eastern theatre of World War I, learning about the strategic battles fought in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine, and beyond. They will gain insights into the roles and challenges faced by the British, ANZAC, and Ottoman forces, understanding how geography, climate, and military tactics shaped this unique front of the war. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading 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.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:

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Light Horse in Palestine.docx
Microsoft Word Document 22.0 KB

Step 2: Answer the set questions while reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to answer the questions.

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Middle East WWI Research Worksheet.docx
Microsoft Word Document 21.3 KB

Test your learning



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