Social Studies Worksheet · Grades 5–8
World War I Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 5-8 on World War I. Students learn eight key terms about the 1914 to 1918 war, then match clues to terms and answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Social Studies
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
World War I, us history
Lesson Length
25 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
World War I (1914 to 1918) was one of the deadliest conflicts in history, pulling in nations across the globe through a tangle of alliances. This worksheet builds the vocabulary students need – the Allies, the Central Powers, trench warfare, armistice, and the Treaty of Versailles – and checks their understanding.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines eight terms about World War I. Section A has eight clue-matching items. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions about the sides, alliances, trench warfare, and how the war ended.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with the term for each clue and a sample answer for every short-response question. The worksheet pairs well with the World War II and The Industrial Revolution worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box aloud and review the eight terms.
Complete the eight clue-matching items in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the World War II Worksheet.
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World War I Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 5-8 on World War I. Students learn eight key terms about the 1914 to 1918 war, then match clues to terms and answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.
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