Question

Would you consider the world wars to be total wars? explain your reasoning.

Answer 1

Yes--they involved all parts of society and contained a whole government focus on war. 

Both WW I and II included an all out government effort for the wars including rations, propaganda, and funding. The home front had to sacrifice and work to support the war and of course some had to actually fight on the front. All members of society were asked to contribute to the war.