The Middle East Front of World War One Lesson
Learning objectives
In this lesson, students will examine the often-overlooked Middle East theatre of the First World War, tracing the British campaign from the defence of the Suez Canal in 1915 through to the cavalry charge at Beersheba in 1917. They will explore how water supply and the decisions of individual commanders determined the outcome of a campaign that contributed directly to the collapse of the Ottoman Empire. 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:
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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Extension activities
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