The First World War - The Arab Revolt

This lesson explores the Arab Revolt during World War I, focusing on its causes, key figures, and outcomes. Students will learn about the revolt’s origins, the role of T.E. Lawrence, and the impact on the Ottoman Empire. Activities include video analysis, timeline sorting, examining factors of success, and writing PEEKA paragraphs. The lesson concludes with peer assessment to evaluate understanding and historical writing skills.

Lesson Content and Activities:

Introduction:

Introduction to key terms: Arab Revolt, Ottoman Empire, Lawrence of Arabia, guerrilla warfare.
Situation Before the War:

Overview of the Middle East under Ottoman control and the pre-war tensions.
Watch the video and write a summary using today’s keywords.
Arab Revolt:

Discuss the start of the Arab Revolt in 1916, led by Sharif Hussein of Mecca with British support.
Explore Lawrence of Arabia’s role in organising and supporting the Arab forces.
Timeline Activity:

Sort timeline cards of key events in the correct chronological order.
Factors of Success:

Read and write paragraphs on four key success factors of the Arab Revolt, explaining their significance.
Key Events:

Discuss major achievements like the capture of Aqaba and Damascus, and the formation of new Arab states.
PEEKA Paragraph Writing:

Write PEEKA paragraphs on the success and impact of the Arab Revolt using studied key changes.
Peer assessment using a checklist to provide feedback on the paragraphs.
Resources:

Video link
Printable timeline cards
Success factors worksheet
PEEKA planning sheet
Peer assessment checklist
Taken from a series of over 30 First World War lessons made by Wolsey Academy. They provide a thorough foundation of knowledge in this vital period of 20th Century History and each lesson looks to focus on a range of historical skills and exam techniques to equip students with knowledge and transferable research, analysis and study skills.

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