4. Starter: Examine the range of statements and then decide which apply to which country in 1919. Draw a line to like the statement that best fits the country. Britain France. USA Germany. A former world power whose empire was crumbling. A late comer to the war who wanted to avoid being drawn into another European conflict. A country that had never actually surrendered or been forced off enemy soil. A country that presented ideas for the peaceful coexistence of states to prevent further major conflict. A country wanting to remain a global power but reliant on another country for financial backing. A country keen to seek revenge against those that had been aggressive towards it. A nation suffering from bankruptcy and with a starving population. A country that had seen much of its land destroyed by war and whose economy had been devastated.
