History Britain and the First World War quiz

A quick test on the main dates and events you should know for the Britain and the First World War topic of GCSE history. Hope its useful :)

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  • Created on: 29-05-10 22:23
When did the Battle of the Somme start?
Troops went over the top 1st July 1916
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How many enemy planes did pilots have to shoot down to become ace pilots?
5
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Who was nicknamed the butcher of the Somme? (See if you know them all)
Field Marshall Haig
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When did the battle of the Somme end?
November 1916
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When was conscription introduced?
January 1916
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When was rationing made compulsory?
January 1918
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How many women worked in munition factories?
1 million
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When was the Brest-Litovsk Treaty signed?
March 1918
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What is unrestricted submarine warfare?
Sinking merchant ships without warning
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Why did Britain enter WWI?
Britain had agreed to protect Belgium which was attacked by Germany
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How many enemy planes did pilots have to shoot down to become ace pilots?

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Who was nicknamed the butcher of the Somme? (See if you know them all)

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When did the battle of the Somme end?

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When was conscription introduced?

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