Передумови Flashcards
What event is often cited as the immediate cause of World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.
True or False: The competition for colonies was a significant factor leading to World War I.
True.
Fill in the blank: The alliance system in Europe prior to World War I was primarily divided into two groups: the _______ and the _______.
Allies; Central Powers.
What was the name of the German military strategy that aimed for a quick victory against France?
The Schlieffen Plan.
Which country was part of the Triple Entente?
France.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a member of the Central Powers? A) Germany B) Austria-Hungary C) Russia D) Ottoman Empire
C) Russia.
What was the general public sentiment in Europe leading up to World War I?
Nationalism and militarism were prevalent.
True or False: The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand occurred in 1914.
True.
Who was the assassin of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
Gavrilo Princip.
Fill in the blank: The Balkan region was known as the ‘__________ of Europe’ due to its political instability.
Powder keg.
What role did imperialism play in the lead-up to World War I?
It created rivalries among European powers.
Multiple Choice: Which treaty ended the Russo-Japanese War and increased tensions in Europe? A) Treaty of Versailles B) Treaty of Portsmouth C) Treaty of Brest-Litovsk D) Treaty of Trianon
B) Treaty of Portsmouth.
Which country mobilized first in response to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
Austria-Hungary.
True or False: The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was a solitary event with no preceding tensions.
False.
What was the significance of the July Ultimatum issued by Austria-Hungary?
It demanded concessions from Serbia and escalated tensions.
Fill in the blank: The concept of ________ contributed to the arms race among the European powers.
Militarism.
Which major European power was neutral at the beginning of World War I?
Belgium.
Multiple Choice: Which event led to the involvement of Britain in World War I? A) The sinking of the Lusitania B) The German invasion of Belgium C) The assassination of Franz Ferdinand D) The Zimmermann Telegram
B) The German invasion of Belgium.
What was the main goal of the Triple Alliance?
To counterbalance the power of the Triple Entente.
True or False: The Entente Cordiale was a formal military alliance.
False.
What was the significance of the Balkan Wars in the context of World War I?
They increased tensions and rivalries among the Balkan states and great powers.
Fill in the blank: The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was carried out by members of the ________.
Black Hand.
What did the term ‘blank check’ refer to in the context of World War I?
Germany’s unconditional support for Austria-Hungary.
Which empire sought to expand its influence in the Balkans, contributing to pre-war tensions?
The Austro-Hungarian Empire.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a direct consequence of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand? A) The signing of the Treaty of Versailles B) The outbreak of World War I C) The fall of the Ottoman Empire D) The rise of communism in Russia
B) The outbreak of World War I.
What was the role of nationalism in the lead-up to World War I?
It fueled competition and conflicts among nations.
