World War 1 continued

Question 1

What preeminent imperial power was Britain?

Answer 1

It’s empire controlled almost 1/5 of the world’s land mass and controlled a similar proportion of the world’s people.

Question 2

Where did German acquire colonies?

Answer 2

Around the world

including chinese territory, pacific islands and portions of Africa

Question 3

When did Germany began acquiring its colonies?

Answer 3

Much later than Britain and France.

This growth worried them both.

Question 4

Nationalism

Answer 4

During the late 1800s a number or new nation states emerged and feelings of deep loyalty to one’s country were strong.