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What are the 4 main causes of World War 1? (Remember: M.A.I.N.)
What is militarism and what did it cause?
A policy of glorifying military power and keeping an army prepared for war. It caused citizens of a country to feel patriotic.
What is a negative cause of militarism?
It fuels an arms race and increases tensions among nations.
What is an alliance and what did it cause?
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What is imperialism and what did it cause?
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What is nationalism and what did it cause?
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In World War 1, what countries were part of the Triple Alliance?
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In World War 1, what countries were part of the Triple Entente?
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What is a negative cause of imperialism?
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What is a negative cause of nationalism?
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Who was Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
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Study Notes
Main Causes of World War 1
- Four primary causes identified by the acronym M.A.I.N.: Militarism, Alliance System, Imperialism, Nationalism.
Militarism
- Refers to the glorification of military power and the maintenance of a strong army ready for war.
- Creates a sense of patriotism among citizens, reinforcing national pride.
- Leads to an arms race as nations build up armies in response to one another.
Negative Effects of Militarism
- Competing nations build up their military in response, increasing tensions and fostering an environment of mistrust.
Alliance System
- Nations formed secret alliances due to mutual distrust, pledging military support to one another.
- Such alliances contributed to the rapid escalation of conflict when one country was attacked.
Imperialism
- Involves economic competition and territorial expansion by powerful nations.
- Rivalries over colonies created significant tensions among European powers.
Negative Effects of Imperialism
- Heightens rivalry and mistrust among European nations, further destabilizing relations.
Nationalism
- Characterized by intense pride and loyalty to one's nation or ethnic group.
- Contributed to nationalistic tensions, particularly in multi-ethnic regions like the Balkans.
Negative Effects of Nationalism
- Encouraged hostility and competitive attitudes among nations, culminating in conflict.
- Nationalist movements, such as Slavic aspirations, threatened the stability of empires like Austria-Hungary.
Key Alliances in World War 1
- Triple Alliance: Comprised Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
- Triple Entente: Included Great Britain, France, and Russia.
Archduke Franz Ferdinand
- Heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne, assassinated on June 28, 1914, in Sarajevo by a Serbian nationalist.
- His assassination acted as a catalyst for World War 1, leading to declarations of war among major powers.
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Explore the foundational causes of World War 1 through engaging flashcards. This quiz focuses on the M.A.I.N. framework: Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, and Nationalism. Understand each cause in detail and how they contributed to the onset of the war.
