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WW1 and Russian Revolution Flashcards

1
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What event is commonly cited as the spark that ignited World War I?

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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.

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In what year did World War I begin?

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1914.

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Which countries were part of the Triple Entente?

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France, Russia, and the United Kingdom.

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True or False: The Central Powers included Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The Treaty of __________ officially ended World War I.

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Versailles.

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What was the main purpose of the League of Nations?

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To promote peace and cooperation among countries after World War I.

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Which battle is considered the first major battle of World War I?

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The Battle of the Marne.

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What was trench warfare?

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A type of combat where soldiers fought from deep trenches to protect themselves from enemy fire.

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What year did the Russian Revolution begin?

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1917.

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Who were the two main factions in the Russian Revolution?

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The Bolsheviks and the Mensheviks.

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What was the outcome of the October Revolution in Russia?

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The Bolsheviks seized power and established a communist government.

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True or False: The United States entered World War I in 1917.

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True.

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What was the primary reason for the U.S. entering World War I?

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Unrestricted submarine warfare by Germany.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a peace treaty that ended the war between Germany and the Allies.

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Treaty of Versailles.

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What was one major economic effect of World War I?

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Widespread inflation and economic hardship in many countries.

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Which empire collapsed as a result of World War I?

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The Ottoman Empire.

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17
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What was the role of women during World War I?

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Women took on jobs traditionally held by men, including in factories and as nurses.

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What was the significance of the Battle of Verdun?

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It was one of the longest and costliest battles of World War I.

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True or False: The Russian Civil War followed the Russian Revolution.

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True.

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20
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What were the main causes of the Russian Revolution?

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Discontent with the monarchy, economic hardship, and military failures.

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21
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Who was the leader of the Bolsheviks?

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Vladimir Lenin.

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22
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a major peace conference held after World War I.

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Paris Peace Conference.

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23
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What was the purpose of the Fourteen Points?

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To outline a plan for peace and prevent future conflicts.

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What was the final outcome of World War I?

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The defeat of the Central Powers and the signing of peace treaties.

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What impact did World War I have on colonial empires?

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It led to the weakening and eventual dissolution of several empires.

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26
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Which treaty ended the war between Russia and the Central Powers?

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The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk.

27
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True or False: The League of Nations was successful in preventing World War II.

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False.

28
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What was the main focus of the Treaty of Versailles?

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To impose heavy reparations and territorial losses on Germany.

29
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was the last major offensive by the German army in 1918.

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Spring Offensive.

30
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What did the term ‘no man’s land’ refer to?

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The area between opposing trenches that was dangerous and often unoccupied.

31
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Which country suffered the highest number of military casualties during World War I?

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Russia.

32
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What role did propaganda play during World War I?

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It was used to influence public opinion and boost morale.

33
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Who was Woodrow Wilson?

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The President of the United States during World War I.

34
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What was the significance of the Zimmermann Telegram?

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It was a secret communication from Germany to Mexico proposing an alliance against the U.S.

35
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True or False: The Treaty of Versailles was signed in 1920.

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False.

36
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What was the impact of the war on European economies?

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Many economies were devastated, leading to debt and hardship.

37
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a major uprising in Russia that led to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II.

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February Revolution.

38
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What was the significance of the Battle of the Somme?

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It was one of the bloodiest battles in history and marked a significant point in trench warfare.

39
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Who were the ‘Lost Generation’?

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A group of American writers and artists who were disillusioned by the aftermath of World War I.

40
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What was the main cause of the economic depression in Europe after World War I?

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The costs of reconstruction and reparations.

41
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What was the Bolshevik slogan during the Russian Revolution?

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‘Peace, Land, and Bread.’

42
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True or False: The Russian Revolution occurred in two major phases.

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True.

43
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What was the primary goal of the Bolsheviks?

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To establish a communist state.

44
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was an international organization established after World War I.

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League of Nations.

45
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What was the main effect of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk?

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It allowed Russia to exit World War I but ceded significant territory to Germany.

46
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What role did the Ottoman Empire play in World War I?

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It was part of the Central Powers and fought against the Allies.

47
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Who was the last Tsar of Russia?

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Nicholas II.

48
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What was the significance of the Paris Peace Conference?

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It determined the post-war order and established new nations.

49
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True or False: The League of Nations was established to promote disarmament and prevent wars.

A

True.

50
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What was the impact of World War I on colonial territories?

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Many colonies sought independence and self-determination after the war.

51
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a major turning point in the war that led to the eventual defeat of Germany.

A

Battle of the Argonne Forest.

52
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What was the role of the U.S. in the post-war period?

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To promote democracy and economic recovery in Europe.

53
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What was the primary focus of the Versailles Treaty regarding Germany?

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To impose reparations and territorial losses.

54
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Who was Leon Trotsky?

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A key leader in the Bolshevik Revolution and later a prominent figure in the early Soviet government.

55
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What did the term ‘war guilt clause’ refer to in the Treaty of Versailles?

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The clause that assigned blame for the war solely to Germany.

56
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True or False: The Russian Civil War lasted from 1917 to 1922.

A

True.

57
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What was the primary consequence of the Russian Revolution?

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The establishment of a communist government in Russia.

58
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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a military alliance formed by Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy before the war.

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Triple Alliance.

59
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What was the significance of the Lusitania sinking?

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It contributed to anti-German sentiment in the U.S. and influenced its decision to enter the war.

60
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Who was Kaiser Wilhelm II?

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The Emperor of Germany during World War I.

61
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What were reparations?

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Payments imposed on a defeated country to compensate for war damages.

62
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True or False: The Russian Revolution was primarily a result of World War I.

A

True.

63
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What was the impact of World War I on the map of Europe?

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It redrew national boundaries and created new countries.

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