Question

which statement best describes the overall effects of new technology, such as poison gas and improved artillery during world war i?
new technology sped up the conclusion of the war.
new technology overcame the effectiveness of trenches.
new technology contributed to the stalemate on the western front.
new technology reduced the need for troops.

Explanation:

To determine the best statement, we analyze each option:

• "New technology sped up the conclusion of the war": WWI lasted for years, and new tech like poison gas and artillery didn't quickly end the war.
• "New technology overcame the effectiveness of trenches": Trenches were still effective defensive structures, and new tech didn't fully overcome them.
• "New technology contributed to the stalemate on the western front": New weapons like improved artillery and poison gas made attacks more deadly, while trenches were strong defenses. This led to neither side gaining a clear advantage, creating a stalemate.
• "New technology reduced the need for troops": WWI saw massive troop deployments, and new tech didn't reduce troop needs (e.g., more troops were used in offensives with new weapons).

Answer:

C. New technology contributed to the stalemate on the western front.