Modciv Final/ Ww1 Flashcards
Neutrality
Policy of supporting neither side in a war
Ultimatum
Final set of demands
Entente
Non binding agreement to follow common policies
Militarism
Glorification of the military
Zeppelin
Large gas filled balloon
U-boat
German submarine
Convoy
Group of merchant ships protected by warships
Stalemate
Deadlock in which neither side is able to defeat the other
Armistice
Agreement end fighting in the war
Propaganda
Spreading of ideas to promote a cause or to damage an opposing cause
Total war
Channeling of nations entire resources into war effort
Lusitania
British liner torpedoed by German submarine in may 1915
Scheiffan plan
A plan for the Germans to avoid two front war with France and Russia.Germans move to eliminate France by first moving in neutral Belgium. This Maybritt in to declare war on Germany.
Who was involved with the triple alliance
Germany, Italy, and Austria-Hungary
He was part of the triple Entente?
Russia , France, and Britain
Causes for World War I and reasons countries entered the war
Tensions between countries, economic/overseas rivalries, militarism nationalism, men never saw war, assassination of Archduke, alliances kick it
How did women participate in World War I
The women worked in the weapons factories
Woodrow Wilson’s 14
A list of his terms for resolving World War I and otherwise. This included freedom of CDs, free-trade, large-scale reduction of arms, and secret treaties, self-determination, and keeping the peace
Results at the end of World War 1
Financial/political tolls, league of Nations, allies wanted central powers to pay
Weapons of World War I and their use
Poison gas choked caused to burn/bushes and death. The armored tank was able to shoot machine guns with protection. Aircraft was used for observation, zeppelins, and machine guns.
What was wrong with the League of Nations
It lost the United States and had no power outside of member states
What impact did the treaty of Versailles have on Germany?
Alleys need Germans sign treat me. Gemini must take all blame for World War I, reparations which means payment for allies, Germany must limit the size of military, Germans had to leave residence and allies
Explain how the English Bill of Rights protects the individual rights while limiting the power of the government. Give two examples.
Made government a limited monarchy
Created constitution and legislative body
Restated traditional rights of citizen
Ex. 1 affirmed have us corpus (persons cannot be held in prison without being charged)
King/queen could not change laws to assure citizens has no surprise rules
Compare the French Revolution to the US revolution
AR
Colonist upset with the king because we seen Texas and taxation without representation, Declaration of Independence by John Locke’s ideas, the results gained independence
FR
Classes hate hated taxes lack of press and escalating food prices and debt , declaration of rights of man, constitution of 1791 makes new government, the result dislodge social order of with him want to keep and brought church under control
Explain how Napoleon spread the idea of nationalism
He encouraged immigrants return and take the oath of loyalty. Napoleon made France strong by strengthening its central government and rallied together to defend the nation. Also created in other countries because they all agreed to despise the French.
Explain why Britain was the first industrialize . What factors allowed Britain to industrialize first?
Stable government, advantage of natural resources, able to establish communications and transport cheaply because of accessibility to see, skilled mechanics , Iron and coal , population exploded
Describe the social impact the Industrial Revolution had in Europe
New class: working
Creates poverty for most and wealth for some
Stay at home moms
People move from farms to cities
Terrible working conditions; long hours and low pay
Discuss the causes and effects of British colonial rule in India
Cause: East India Company received trade rights and encouraged competition/ disunity
Effects + :improved infrastructure, schools/hospitals,
Effects: economic exploitation, deforestation, famine
Discuss the ways in which the industrial revolution contributed to the age of imperialism
Economic and military strength , created needs that spurred overseas expansion; Newmarket for consumers, transportation and communication, engineer technology
Discuss the weapons used in World War I and the significance in battle
Poison gas – blinded, choked, burned, blessed and killed soldiers
Armored tank – able to move faster and farther with protection while shooting machine guns
Aircraft – observing , zeppelins and machine guns
Explain Wilson’s 14 points and why he designed them
Wilson’s 14 points were listed in a speech delivered by United States President Woodrow Wilson to join session of Congress in 1918. He designed them to ensure the country that the world war was over and these 14 points could create a better world and prevent war
What was the achievable plan designed to avoid?
A two front war
Compare and contrast the Greco-Roman and Judeo-Christian views on the role of law, the rights and responsibilities of the individual and significance of reason and faith.
GR had legislature while JC used 10 commandments and 7 universal laws
GR wanted male citz in gov and believed in many gods
JC must follow moral/ ethics fm Bible and believed only in God
Explain Wilson’s 14 points and why he designed them.
Wilson wanted to become peacemaker
Is a list of terms to end ww1 and to prevent future one
Creates League of Nations
Some want freedom of seas and trade and to end secret treaties
What was the impact of the Russia Revolution on WW1
United Russians
Strained Russia rescources
Weakened Russia
Factored and transportation broke down
USA’ entry into the war
1917
What was the achievable plan designed to avoid?
A two front war
Compare and contrast the Greco-Roman and Judeo-Christian views on the role of law, the rights and responsibilities of the individual and significance of reason and faith.
GR had legislature while JC used 10 commandments and 7 universal laws
GR wanted male citz in gov and believed in many gods
JC must follow moral/ ethics fm Bible and believed only in God
Explain Wilson’s 14 points and why he designed them.
Wilson wanted to become peacemaker
Is a list of terms to end ww1 and to prevent future one
Creates League of Nations
Some want freedom of seas and trade and to end secret treaties
