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1. The Causes of World War I Flashcards

1
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What event is commonly known as the spark that ignited World War I?

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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.

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True or False: The alliance system was a cause of World War I.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The two main alliances before World War I were the __________ and the __________.

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Triple Alliance; Triple Entente.

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Which countries were part of the Triple Alliance?

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Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.

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What was the main purpose of the alliances formed before World War I?

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To provide mutual defense and support in case of conflict.

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Which country declared war on Serbia, triggering the conflict?

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Austria-Hungary.

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

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Nationalism fueled competition and tensions between nations.

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True or False: Militarism was a contributing factor to World War I.

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True.

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What was the arms race?

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A competition between nations to build up their military forces.

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10
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Which country had the largest navy prior to World War I?

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Britain.

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Fill in the blank: The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand occurred in __________.

A

Sarajevo.

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12
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Who was the assassin of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?

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Gavrilo Princip.

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What was the July Ultimatum?

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A series of demands issued by Austria-Hungary to Serbia.

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True or False: The July Ultimatum was accepted in full by Serbia.

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False.

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What was the Schlieffen Plan?

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Germany’s military strategy to quickly defeat France before turning to Russia.

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16
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Which country mobilized its army in support of Serbia?

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Russia.

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What was the significance of the Balkan Wars?

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They increased tensions and rivalries in the region.

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18
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Fill in the blank: The __________ incident involved the sinking of a ship that heightened tensions between Germany and Britain.

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Lusitania.

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19
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Which ideology promoted the idea of self-determination and independence for ethnic groups?

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Nationalism.

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20
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What was the impact of imperialism on the causes of World War I?

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It created rivalries and competition for colonies among European powers.

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21
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Which two countries had a significant rivalry over colonial possessions in Africa?

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Britain and Germany.

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22
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What was the significance of the Treaty of London (1913)?

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It ended the First Balkan War and redefined borders in the Balkans.

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23
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True or False: Economic factors had no influence on the causes of World War I.

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False.

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What was the main economic concern that contributed to tensions before World War I?

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Competition for resources and markets.

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Fill in the blank: The concept of __________ refers to the strong influence of military leaders on national policy.

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militarism.

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26
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Which country was known for its policy of ‘splendid isolation’ before World War I?

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Britain.

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27
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What role did propaganda play in the lead-up to World War I?

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It stirred public opinion and heightened nationalistic fervor.

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28
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Which event in 1905 heightened tensions between Germany and France?

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The First Moroccan Crisis.

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29
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What was the significance of the Balkan League?

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It was a coalition of Balkan states formed to oppose Ottoman rule.

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30
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Fill in the blank: The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand happened on __________.

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June 28, 1914.

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31
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Which country was the first to declare war after the assassination?

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Austria-Hungary.

32
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True or False: The alliance system acted as a deterrent against war.

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False.

33
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What was the role of the media in the lead-up to World War I?

A

The media sensationalized events and influenced public opinion.

34
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What was the significance of the Second Balkan War?

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It further destabilized the region and increased tensions among the Great Powers.

35
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a secret agreement between Germany and Austria-Hungary.

A

Dual Alliance.

36
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True or False: The assassination of Franz Ferdinand was a random act without political motivation.

A

False.

37
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What was the main goal of Gavrilo Princip and the Black Hand?

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To promote the independence of South Slavic peoples from Austria-Hungary.

38
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Which country was considered the ‘sick man of Europe’ before World War I?

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The Ottoman Empire.

39
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What did the term ‘entangling alliances’ refer to?

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The complex web of alliances that could lead to widespread conflict.

40
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Fill in the blank: The __________ Crisis of 1911 involved tensions between Germany and France over Morocco.

A

Agadir.

41
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What was the role of the assassination in the context of the existing tensions in Europe?

A

It acted as a catalyst that triggered a series of events leading to war.

42
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Which two countries were involved in the Dreadnought arms race?

A

Britain and Germany.

43
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True or False: The assassination of Franz Ferdinand was planned by a single individual.

A

False.

44
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What was the significance of the Balkan Peninsula in the lead-up to World War I?

A

It was a hotspot for nationalist tensions and conflicts.

45
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Fill in the blank: The __________ of 1914 involved a series of military mobilizations and declarations of war.

A

July Crisis.

46
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Which country was known for its aggressive foreign policy leading up to World War I?

A

Germany.

47
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What was the impact of the assassination on Austria-Hungary’s relationship with Serbia?

A

It escalated tensions and led to a declaration of war.

48
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a military alliance formed by Britain, France, and Russia.

A

Triple Entente.

49
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What was the significance of the 1907 Anglo-Russian Entente?

A

It resolved colonial disputes and solidified the Triple Entente.

50
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True or False: The cultural and social climate of Europe contributed to the causes of World War I.

A

True.

51
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What was the primary motivation behind the formation of the Triple Entente?

A

To counterbalance the power of the Triple Alliance.

52
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a major military conflict that occurred in the Balkans before World War I.

A

Balkan Wars.

53
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What was the role of economic rivalries in the lead-up to World War I?

A

They exacerbated tensions and competition among the great powers.

54
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Which military strategy involved attacking France through Belgium?

A

The Schlieffen Plan.

55
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True or False: The assassination of Franz Ferdinand was an isolated incident with no broader implications.

A

False.

56
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What was the historical significance of the term ‘powder keg of Europe’?

A

It referred to the volatile situation in the Balkans prior to World War I.

57
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was formed in 1882 as a military alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.

A

Triple Alliance.

58
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What was the impact of the naval arms race on British-German relations?

A

It increased tensions and distrust between the two nations.

59
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Which country was the last major power to mobilize in response to the assassination of Franz Ferdinand?

A

France.

60
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Fill in the blank: The assassination led to a series of __________ among the great powers.

A

ultimatums.

61
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What was the significance of the Second Balkan War for Austria-Hungary?

A

It heightened fears of Slavic nationalism and instability in the region.

62
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True or False: The assassination of Franz Ferdinand was the only cause of World War I.

A

False.

63
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What was the role of the military in shaping foreign policy before World War I?

A

Military leaders had significant influence over political decisions.

64
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a group that sought to unify South Slavic peoples.

A

Black Hand.

65
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What was the effect of the Great Powers’ involvement in the Balkans?

A

It created a complex web of alliances and increased tensions.

66
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What was the significance of the First Balkan War for the Ottoman Empire?

A

It marked a significant loss of territory and power.

67
Q

Fill in the blank: The __________ was a diplomatic crisis involving Austria-Hungary and Serbia.

A

July Crisis.

68
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What was the impact of secret alliances on the outbreak of World War I?

A

They contributed to the rapid escalation of conflict.

69
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True or False: The assassination of Franz Ferdinand led directly to the outbreak of World War I.

A

True.

70
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What was the significance of the arms race in the context of World War I?

A

It created a climate of fear and competition among nations.

71
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Fill in the blank: The __________ refers to the period of military mobilizations and tensions in July 1914.

A

July Crisis.

72
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What was the main consequence of the alliance system during World War I?

A

It turned a regional conflict into a global war.

73
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What was the significance of the assassination for European politics?

A

It exposed the fragility of peace and the volatility of alliances.

74
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a military strategy that aimed to quickly defeat France before engaging Russia.

A

Schlieffen Plan.

75
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Which country was known for its policy of militarism before World War I?

A

Germany.

76
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What was the role of public opinion in the lead-up to World War I?

A

Public sentiment often supported military action and nationalism.

77
Q

Fill in the blank: The __________ was a series of diplomatic crises that increased tensions among the Great Powers.

A

Balkan Wars.

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