7.5 study Flashcards
Here are 35 flashcard questions related to Unit 7.5, which typically covers the period of the early 20th century, including topics like global conflicts, revolutions, and the impact of war on societies:
What was the main cause of World War I? What event is often cited as the spark that ignited World War I? The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria. Which countries made up the Allied Powers during World War I? The major
The main causes were nationalism, imperialism, militarism, and the alliance system.
What event is often cited as the spark that ignited World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.
Which countries made up the Allied Powers during World War I?
The major Allied Powers included France, Britain, Russia, Italy, and the United States.
What treaty officially ended World War I?
The Treaty of Versailles.
What were the main terms of the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany was required to accept guilt for the war, pay reparations, reduce its military, and lose territory.
What was the significance of the League of Nations?
It was established to promote peace and cooperation among countries, although it ultimately failed to prevent World War II.
What was the Russian Revolution of 1917?
A series of revolutions leading to the overthrow of the Tsar and the rise of the Bolshevik Party, which established a communist government.
Who was the leader of the Bolsheviks?
Vladimir Lenin.
What was the purpose of the Balfour Declaration of 1917?
It expressed British support for the establishment of a “national home for the Jewish people” in Palestine.
What was the global impact of the Great Depression?
Economic downturn led to widespread unemployment, political instability, and the rise of totalitarian regimes.
What ideology did Adolf Hitler promote while leading Germany?
Nazism, which included extreme nationalism, racism, and anti-Semitism.
Which conflict began as a result of Japan’s imperial ambitions in East Asia?
The Second Sino-Japanese War.
What were some of the causes of World War II?
Expansionist ambitions of Axis Powers, Treaty of Versailles repercussions, and failures of the League of Nations.
Which event marked the beginning of World War II in Europe?
Germany’s invasion of Poland in 1939.
What were the axis powers during World War II?
Germany, Italy, and Japan.
What was the significance of the Battle of Stalingrad?
It marked a turning point in World War II, leading to the decline of German forces on the Eastern Front.
What is the Holocaust?
The systematic genocide of six million Jews and millions of others by the Nazi regime during World War II.
What was the Manhattan Project?
The defeat of the Axis Powers, establishment of the United Nations, and the beginning of the Cold War.
What two cities were atomic bombs dropped on in August 1945?
Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
What was the outcome of World War II?
The defeat of the Axis Powers, establishment of the United Nations, and the beginning of the Cold War.
What was the purpose of the United Nations?
To promote international cooperation and maintain peace and security.
What was decolonization?
The process through which colonies gained independence from European powers after World War II.
What impact did World War II have on the global balance of power?
It resulted in the emergence of the U.S. and the Soviet Union as superpowers, leading to the Cold War.
What were some of the social changes after World War II?
Changes included shifts in gender roles, movements for civil rights, and the rise of consumer culture.
What was the main strategy of containment?
A U.S. policy aimed at preventing the spread of communism.
Start of World War I: This global conflict marked a significant shift in international relations and introduced new technologies in warfare.
1914
March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom: A pivotal event in the American Civil Rights Movement, this demonstration highlighted the fight for civil rights and social justice.
1963
Russian Revolution: The Bolsheviks seized power, leading to the establishment of a communist government in Russia and significantly impacting global politics.
1917
End of World War I: The war concluded with the signing of the Armistice, leading to the Treaty of Versailles in 1919, which reshaped Europe.
1918
Great Depression: The stock market crash in the United States triggered a worldwide economic crisis, affecting economies and societies globally.
1929
Start of World War II: Germany’s invasion of Poland marked the beginning of another global conflict that would involve many nations.
1939
Attack on Pearl Harbor: This event led to the United States’ entry into World War II, dramatically affecting the war’s course.
1941
End of World War II: The war ended with the unconditional surrender of Germany and Japan, leading to significant geopolitical changes and the start of the Cold War.
1945
Partition of India: This resulted in the division of British India into India and Pakistan, leading to significant social and political upheaval.
1947
Establishment of the People’s Republic of China: Mao Zedong’s victory in the Chinese Civil War established communist rule in China, altering the global balance of power.
1949
