Why did World War I become such an extensive war? (Choose 3)
European nations had developed large militaries.
Germany declared war on every other nation in Europe.
Franz Ferdinand was beloved by many people around the world.
Strong national pride demanded that nations protect their interests.
Every nation fought independently with little help from any other nation.
A network of alliances drew nations from around the world into the conflict.

Situation #2: imagine that you are a newspaper editor in columbus, oh in 1863. the civil war has been dragging on for more than two years already and shows no signs of ending soon. you are aware that many black males are willing to enlist in the union army but you fear that they may be mistreated and abused by the majority of soldiers on either side in this war. write a one-page letter (double spaced) editorial for tomorrow's edition of the newspaper. the topic is military service in the union army by free african american males. in your editorial, take a clear position for or against having black men join the fight. be sure to give reasons for whatever position you choose to take.