Mrs.

Smith ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT PROJECTS

English 10

Images of War
During WWI there were no photojournalists so artists such as Otto Dix drew pictures and submitted them to the newspapers and magazines. Research the art of WWI and provide a poster with examples of his work.

Music of the era

Music is a part of every generation. Research music of WWI (1914-1919) and burn a CD [5-6 songs].

Map
Draw a map [on a poster] of the western front of WWI. Highlight some of the major battles fought.

Timeline
Draw a timeline [on a poster] of WWI to include significant events, such as who declared war and when, as well as the signing of treaties, and other specifics.

Biographical sketch When they were born, how they came to participate in WWI, accomplishments, and other significant events.
Kaiser Wilhelm II Czar Nicholas II Eric Maria Remarque

Women in WWI
Over thirty thousand women served their country in the military as well as in civilian life. This, even before they were allowed to vote! Research the roles of women during WWI. Research the role of Mata Hari. Who was she? How did she come to serve her country? What are her accomplishments? How is she remembered? Create a poster using details as well as pictures.

Life in the trenches

WWI was fought in the trenches. The soldiers of WWI, as well as the rats, made the trenches their homes. Research and describe life in the trenches for the soldiers. Create a poster with pictures as well as details.

Poetry of WWI
At the beginning of the year I told you that literature is nothing more than a response to something that happened [historical, as well as personal]. Research the poetry that is a direct result of WWI.