Question

Why was World War I described as a total war?

Advancements in technology made weapons more destructive, impacting soldiers and civilians.

Creation of new and better technologies affected all realms of industrial production.

Lack of resources to fuel industrial production affected civilians and soldiers alike.

Social and cultural disputes over involvement in the war caused civil unrest.

Answer 1

Your answer would be A (Advancements in technology made weapons more destructive, impacting soldiers and civilians.)

Because

World War I has been described as a "total war" probably because all of the world was involved in it some way or another. It affected the whole world in somehow.

Answer 2

The first option would be correct