WWI Flashcards
1
Q
COLONY
A
A territory that is under the political control of another country and state
2
Q
NATIONALISM
A
A set of beliefs that promote the interests and cultural identity of a nation
Ex. The assassination of Austrian archduke franz Ferdinand by gavrillo princip
3
Q
IMPERIALISM
A
The policy of one country extending its power and control over other countries by taking territory and seizing economic and political control
The imperialist country rules over the colony
4
Q
MILITARISM
A
Building and maintaining a stronger military force for protection in case of conflict
Arms race: British “dreadnought” vs. German “u-boat”
Britain: largest navy
Russia: largest army
Germany: Wants to catch up to both
5
Q
SIR JOHN. A. MACDONALD
A
Prime minister of the federal Dominion of Canada
