Alliance System

Question 1

Why was the Triple Alliance formed?

Answer 1

To isolate France and form a block between France and Russia

Question 2

When was the Triple Alliance formed?

Answer 2

1882

Question 3

Which countries made up the Triple Entente?

Answer 3

France, Britain, and Russia

Question 4

What 3 alliances/agreements made the Triple Entente?

Answer 4

Franco-Russian Alliance, a Entente Cordiale, and the Anglo-Russian agreement

Question 5

Why was the Franco-Russian alliance formed?

Answer 5

To join the other in war if one was attacked by Germany or Austria-Hungary.

Question 6

When was the Franco-Russian Alliance formed?

Answer 6

1893

Question 7

Why was the Entente Cordiale formed?

Answer 7

GB fell out with Germany over the naval race so France and GB decided to be friends (BUT NOT ALLIES)

Question 8

What agreements were made in the Entente Cordiale?

Answer 8

France could try to take over Morocco if Britain could take over Egypt

Question 9

When was the Entente Cordiale signed?

Answer 9

1904

Question 10

Why was the Anglo-Russian agreement signed?

Answer 10

France persuaded Britain and Russia after the First Moroccan Crisis

Question 11

When was the Anglo-Russian Agreement signed?

Answer 11

1907

Question 12

Which nations were part of the Triple Alliance

Answer 12

Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy