Postcard from Versailles

Imagine the year is 1919 and the Treaty of Versailles has been signed. Write a postcard
to a family member or friend about the effects of WWI as if you are a German or an
American citizen. In your letter, explain not only the effects of the war, but include the
provisions of the Treaty of Versailles and your opinion regarding whether this treaty will
bring lasting peace or bring future conflict.
On the front of the postcard, draw a scene based on evidence from your research. On
the back of the postcard, write your letter to a friend or family member. Most
importantly—be historically accurate!
Use RAFT to guide your thinking:
 Role: German or American citizen
 Audience: friend or family member
 Format: Postcard
 Topic and Task: Describe and explain the effects of both WWI and the provisions
of the Treaty of Versailles. Include opinion as to whether the treaty will bring
lasting peace or bring future conflict.

MUST HAVES:
 Image/illustration depicting a scene that can be inferred from your notes and
evidence. (25 points)
 Specific information about the provisions of the Treaty of Versailles. (25 points)
 Specific information about the effects of World War I – include whether the
effects are economic, political, social, or environmental. (25 points)
 Analysis – Your opinion concerning the effect of the treaty on the future. (15
points)
 Written in complete sentences; few to no spelling/grammatical errors. (10 points)

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