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Which of the following was a major factor that led to the causes of World War 1?
Which of the following was a major factor that led to the causes of World War 1?
The arms race between Britain and Germany involved the construction of 'Dreadnought' battleships.
The arms race between Britain and Germany involved the construction of 'Dreadnought' battleships.
True
What were the two main alliances formed in Europe before World War 1?
What were the two main alliances formed in Europe before World War 1?
Triple Alliance and Triple Entente
Nationalism can lead to negative outcomes when it promotes the belief that one's own nation is __________ than others.
Nationalism can lead to negative outcomes when it promotes the belief that one's own nation is __________ than others.
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Match the following terms related to World War 1 to their definitions:
Match the following terms related to World War 1 to their definitions:
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What was a consequence of the alliance system before World War 1?
What was a consequence of the alliance system before World War 1?
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The scramble for Africa involved European nations competing to control territories primarily for military reasons.
The scramble for Africa involved European nations competing to control territories primarily for military reasons.
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Why did Germany form alliances before World War 1?
Why did Germany form alliances before World War 1?
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What event is considered the immediate spark that ignited World War 1?
What event is considered the immediate spark that ignited World War 1?
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Austria-Hungary controlled Bosnia-Herzegovina before World War 1.
Austria-Hungary controlled Bosnia-Herzegovina before World War 1.
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Who was the assassin of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
Who was the assassin of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
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The three powerful empires involved in the Balkans before World War 1 were Austria-Hungary, the Russian Empire, and the __________.
The three powerful empires involved in the Balkans before World War 1 were Austria-Hungary, the Russian Empire, and the __________.
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Which country supported the Serbs in their movement for independence?
Which country supported the Serbs in their movement for independence?
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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Serbia accepted all of Austria-Hungary's demands after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Serbia accepted all of Austria-Hungary's demands after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
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What major event occurred on June 28, 1914?
What major event occurred on June 28, 1914?
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What effect did the War Guilt Clause have on Germany?
What effect did the War Guilt Clause have on Germany?
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German Australians were accepted and given full rights after the outbreak of World War I.
German Australians were accepted and given full rights after the outbreak of World War I.
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What legislative action did the Australian government take against German Australians during WWI?
What legislative action did the Australian government take against German Australians during WWI?
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Nearly _____ people were placed in internment camps in Australia during WWI.
Nearly _____ people were placed in internment camps in Australia during WWI.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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What was a common reaction of the Australian public towards German-owned businesses during WWI?
What was a common reaction of the Australian public towards German-owned businesses during WWI?
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All German Australians were suspected of being spies at the outbreak of WWI.
All German Australians were suspected of being spies at the outbreak of WWI.
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Name one measure taken by the Australian government to control the lives of German Australians during WWI.
Name one measure taken by the Australian government to control the lives of German Australians during WWI.
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Study Notes
Background to World War 1
- Franco-Prussian War (1870-71): Fought between France and Germany; Germany won and annexed territory.
- Powerful alliances: Germany formed alliances with other European powers to secure its place in European politics. This resulted in two major alliances designed to prevent future war (balance of power politics).
- Concept of balance of power politics: Preventing any one country from becoming too dominant through alliances.
Alliances before World War 1
- Triple Alliance: Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy.
- Triple Entente: France, Russia, the United Kingdom (a friendly understanding/agreement indicating a friendly relationship and mutual support).
Europe in the lead up to war
- Peaceful facade (1901): Europe seemed peaceful with royal families marrying across the continent.
- Tensions beneath the surface: Despite close relations, tensions and rivalries existed.
- Industrial Revolution's effect: Europe was prosperous with advances in technology, healthcare, sanitation, and improved living standards.
- Social and political tensions: Working-class families and women still lacked voting rights; governments feared political movements like socialism and anarchism.
Causes of World War 1 (MAIN)
- Militarism: European nations competed to have the largest empires and armies. Britain had the largest navy.
- Alliance System: Alliances created a chain reaction; if one country went to war, others were drawn in.
- Imperialism: European nations competed for colonies in Africa and elsewhere leading to conflict.
- Nationalism: Pride in one's country; can lead to conflict between nations.
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Explore the events and alliances that set the stage for World War 1. This quiz covers critical factors such as the Franco-Prussian War, the formation of alliances, and the underlying tensions in Europe leading up to the conflict. Test your knowledge on how these elements contributed to one of history's most significant wars.
