World War I And Russian Revolution Flashcards
What were the causes of the Russian Revolution?
Economic differences between the social classes.
What does MANIA stand for and how did each contribute to the start of World War 1?
militarism/Alliances/Nationalism/Imperialism/Assassination
Why did Russian peasants support the Bolsheviks?
Promised land and peace.
What impact did World War 1 have on the Bolshevik Revolution?
Created conditions that led to the poorer people to revolt against the government.
It was predicted WWI would be over by Christmas, why did it last longer?
A stalemate developed.
What protected soldiers from enemy fire on the front lines?
Trenches
How did the policies of Alexander III and Nicholas II contribute to the Russian Revolution?
Both were harsh and repressive.
Why did the League of Nations fail to preserve peace after WWI?
Lacked the power to settle conflicts.
Define self-determination
Countries rule themselves after independence.
Why was the Balkan’s referred to as the “Powder Keg” of Europe?
Many ethnic groups lived there and nationalistic feelings were increased.
Who were the Allied Nations in WWI?
France, Great Britain, U.S.A, and Russia.
Explain Germany’s Schlieffen Plan
Invade France first-> Move quickly-> Defeat France-> Invade Russia
Who proposed the League of Nations?
Woodrow Wilson
What new weapons were used during WWI?
Poison Gas, Flame Thrower, Tanks, Machine Guns
What was the War Guilt Clause in the Treaty of Versailles and why were the German’s unhappy with it?
Germany had to accept the entire blame for WWI and pay reparations.
