The Middle East Front of World War One Lesson

© History Skills
© History Skills

Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will gain a chronological understanding of the key events in the Middle East during World War One. They will develop an awareness of the places where Australians fought, such the Sinai Peninsula, Gaza and Beersheba. 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:

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Light Horse in Palestine.docx
Microsoft Word Document 21.9 KB

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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Middle East WWI Research Worksheet.docx
Microsoft Word Document 21.3 KB

Test your learning



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