It can easily be argued that the First World War was the first total war in human history. Using examples from the book you have chosen, the poems by war poets and the personal accounts of the war, describe the experiences of soldiers during the war.
Objective:
How were these men affected by the conditions and nature of warfare on the Western Frontwhat did the lost generation actually lose? You may want to consider the physical and psychological impact of the war on the men who served.
You may also want to review this brief movie WW1 Combat in Colour, 1914-1918 (Links to an external site.)
to help you get started. Please note that this source should not be referenced in your paper.
I. Literary Sources (1 Must Be In Your Paper)
· All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque
· Johnny Got His Gun by Dalton Trumbo
II. Primary Sources (All 3 Must Be In Your Paper)
· Vera Britain, Facts of Life
· First World War poems (Choose 2)
Rubric
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Term Paper Grading Rubric_Update
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeArgument
53.0 to >46.5 pts
Proficient
Contains a clear thesis and solid argument; displays understanding of the sources and uses them to support the argument; shows analytical skill and creativity.
46.5 to >40.5 pts
Competent
Contains a mostly clear thesis and solid argument; displays understanding of the sources and uses them to support the argument; shows some analytical skill and creativity.
40.5 to >0 pts
Novice
Does not contain a clear thesis/solid argument; does not display an understanding of the sources and use them to support the argument; shows little analytical skill and creativity.
53.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFormat
10.0 to >7.5 pts
Proficient
Contains consistent citations, one-inch margins; no extra-spacing between paragraphs; is the appropriate length.
7.5 to >3.5 pts
Competent
Contains mostly consistent citations; one-inch margins; extra-spacing between paragraphs; is paginated and is about the appropriate length.
3.5 to >0 pts
Novice
Does not contain consistent referencing of citations; one-inch margins throughout; has extra spacing between paragraphs; is not paginated nor is the paper of the appropriate length.
10.0



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