BEFORE YOU WATCH: Southeast Asia and World War I

Use the "Three Close Reads" approach as you watch the video below.

Before you watch

Before you watch the video, it’s a good idea to open and skim the video transcript. And always read the questions below so you know what to look and listen for as you watch.

While you watch

What was Southeast Asia like in 1914?
Why were people living in Southeast Asia interested in what was happening in the Middle East?
Why was the Russo-Japanese War important?
Why was Singapore a strategic city?
Why was the German submarine crew able to convince the Indian soldiers to revolt against the British?

After you watch

Using evidence from this video, explain the causes and consequences of World War I.
Dr. Streets-Salter points out that, when we think about the First World War, we mostly think about trench warfare in Europe. But for most of the world, that’s not what the war was like. Clearly, the war was important for Southeast Asia. But do you think what happened in Southeast Asia was important to the war in Europe? Use evidence to support your argument.

Now that you know what to look for, it’s time to watch. Remember to return to these questions once you’ve finished watching.

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