Although the options are not included in this question, we can still provide an example of a total war. A total war is a war that involves civilian societies and economies. This type of war is the most extreme type of warfare, because it is usually carried out with no rules or restraint. Soldiers are not the only people involved, and there is little mercy for those who surrender. World War I is a relatively recent example of a total war, which impacted almost all aspects of society in many different countries.