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Question 1

What event is often cited as the immediate cause of World War I?

Answer 1

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.

Question 2

True or False: The competition for colonies was a significant factor leading to World War I.

Answer 2

True.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The alliance system in Europe prior to World War I was primarily divided into two groups: the _______ and the _______.

Answer 3

Allies; Central Powers.

Question 4

What was the name of the German military strategy that aimed for a quick victory against France?

Answer 4

The Schlieffen Plan.

Question 5

Which country was part of the Triple Entente?

Answer 5

France.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a member of the Central Powers? A) Germany B) Austria-Hungary C) Russia D) Ottoman Empire

Answer 6

C) Russia.

Question 7

What was the general public sentiment in Europe leading up to World War I?

Answer 7

Nationalism and militarism were prevalent.

Question 8

True or False: The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand occurred in 1914.

Answer 8

True.

Question 9

Who was the assassin of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?

Answer 9

Gavrilo Princip.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The Balkan region was known as the ‘__________ of Europe’ due to its political instability.

Answer 10

Powder keg.

Question 11

What role did imperialism play in the lead-up to World War I?

Answer 11

It created rivalries among European powers.

Question 12

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

Answer 12

B) Treaty of Portsmouth.

Question 13

Which country mobilized first in response to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?

Answer 13

Austria-Hungary.

Question 14

True or False: The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was a solitary event with no preceding tensions.

Answer 14

False.

Question 15

What was the significance of the July Ultimatum issued by Austria-Hungary?

Answer 15

It demanded concessions from Serbia and escalated tensions.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The concept of ________ contributed to the arms race among the European powers.

Answer 16

Militarism.

Question 17

Which major European power was neutral at the beginning of World War I?

Answer 17

Belgium.

Question 18

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

Answer 18

B) The German invasion of Belgium.

Question 19

What was the main goal of the Triple Alliance?

Answer 19

To counterbalance the power of the Triple Entente.

Question 20

True or False: The Entente Cordiale was a formal military alliance.

Answer 20

False.

Question 21

What was the significance of the Balkan Wars in the context of World War I?

Answer 21

They increased tensions and rivalries among the Balkan states and great powers.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was carried out by members of the ________.

Answer 22

Black Hand.

Question 23

What did the term ‘blank check’ refer to in the context of World War I?

Answer 23

Germany’s unconditional support for Austria-Hungary.

Question 24

Which empire sought to expand its influence in the Balkans, contributing to pre-war tensions?

Answer 24

The Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Question 25

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

Answer 25

B) The outbreak of World War I.

Question 26

What was the role of nationalism in the lead-up to World War I?

Answer 26

It fueled competition and conflicts among nations.