For this word search worksheet, students study the words related to the World War I assassinations. Students locate 12 words within the word search.

Using maps, diagrams, and lists, this resource is a wonderful way to review the main concepts involving WWI. There are charts with a comparison of imperialism and nationalism, and other key ideas that explain how Europe plunged into this...

The first Great War began on July 28, 1914 after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. But were there other causes? Yes, and your class will find out all about nationalism, imperialism, the Triple Alliance, and other key players...

Ninth graders identify and explain the six major causes of World War I. They explore the events leading up to WWI, the assassination of Franz Ferdinand and why they were the culmination of everything. Students discuss the...

Sixth graders identify the causes of World War I. In this World War I history lesson plan, 6th graders view a Powerpoint to develop background knowledge about World War I. Students make a picture map of the events that led to war...

In this German history study guide worksheet, young scholars read a brief overview pertaining to the history of Germany from 1500 to the present.

In this German history study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the history of Germany from 1500 to the present and fill in the blanks with the appropriate words. Students also respond to 22 short answer...

In this people of World War I fact card worksheet, students use the notes and picture provided to create a note card for study purposes.

Students hypothesize why Syria and the U.S. should find common ground in their relationship as it pertains to the future of the Middle East.

Students study the definitions of militarism, imperialism, and nationalism, and the significant individuals involved in the world alliance system prior to 1914. They examine the events that lead to World War I.

Discusses the birth of the Black Hand and the events leading up to the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand.

An infographic showing what historical trends and events were triggered by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914.

This descriptive article from the North Park University highlights the assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand in 1914.

Kids learn about the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand that triggered the start of World War I. What led up to the event and why it started WW1.

This site from the Brigham Young University gives a firsthand account of the killings. The man that gave this account was arrested as a suspect.

Brief biography of Archduke Franz Ferdinand detailing some of the events of his life.

An excerpt from the memoirs of Kaiser Wilhelm II from July 1914 in which Wilhelm discusses the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and other various situations around the world which lead up to World War I.

A brief recollection of the events surrounding the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand which was a catalyst to World War I.

A timeline of the events that followed the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand and led up to the outbreak of World War I.

Learn about the alliances among countries in Europe prior to World War I. These alliances led Europe into war because of the assassination of the Austrian Archduke. Play the simulation game to see which countries were allied to which...

Kids learn about the Causes of World War I including alliances, politics, imperialism, and the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand. How a single event started a domino effect that led to war.

Summarizes the major causes for the outbreak of World War I.

Discusses what triggered World War I, why the United States joined the war, and the impact the war had on life in the United States. Includes questions for students at end.

Complete learning module on the origins of World War I. Includes article with map, photos, primary source excerpts and questions for discussion as well as four common core activities, instructions and handouts for students and teachers....