Many parts of the world saw fighting during the First World War. Why was the Arab Revolt important?

Level 4: Explains two reasons. 6 marks
Level 3: Explains one reason. 4-5 marks
Four marks for one explanation, five marks for explanation supported by specific contextual knowledge.
- It was important because it helped the Allies a lot. The Arabs took control of the Red Sea ports which were important for the British. They could use them to land arms and equipment and to land the Arab Regular Army who were useful to the Allied efforts.

Level 2: Identifies or describes valid reason(s); addresses the question but does not explain. 2-3 marks

One Level 2 mark for each identification/description.
- Seized the Red Sea ports, including Jeddah, which were important.
- The Arabs attacked the Turks, keeping Turkish forces tied down.
- The Arabs attacked railways and Turkish communications.
- The Arabs played an important role in Allenby's final offensive.
- Played an important part in the defeat of the Turks.
- It led to the British promising to support Arab independence.
- Often seen as the first organised movement of Arab nationalism.

Level 1: Writes about the topic but does not address the question. 1 mark
- It was important because it caused a lot of trouble for the countries fighting there. It did have some impact on the final result of the war and was a big help.

Accept all valid responses.
Level 0: No creditable response. 0 marks