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What event caused Austria-Hungary to declare war on Serbia in 1914?
What event caused Austria-Hungary to declare war on Serbia in 1914?
The assassination of Archduke Ferdinand and his wife by a man from Serbia.
What was the main reason for the U.S.A. to finally enter World War I?
What was the main reason for the U.S.A. to finally enter World War I?
The sinking of the British passenger ship Lusitania by a German U-boat, resulting in the death of 128 Americans.
What were the 4 major causes of World War 1?
What were the 4 major causes of World War 1?
Militarism, Alliance System, Imperialism, Nationalism
What kind of warfare characterized the fighting on the Western Front during World War I?
What kind of warfare characterized the fighting on the Western Front during World War I?
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What did the Zimmerman Note offer to Mexico in exchange for attacking the USA?
What did the Zimmerman Note offer to Mexico in exchange for attacking the USA?
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What was the purpose of the Alliance System in Europe?
What was the purpose of the Alliance System in Europe?
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What were some of the new weapons introduced during World War I?
What were some of the new weapons introduced during World War I?
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How did Imperialism contribute to the tensions that led to World War 1?
How did Imperialism contribute to the tensions that led to World War 1?
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What was the effect of Nationalism on the outbreak of World War 1?
What was the effect of Nationalism on the outbreak of World War 1?
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When did the U.S.A. become involved in World War 1?
When did the U.S.A. become involved in World War 1?
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What event ignited World War I by causing Austria-Hungary to declare war on Serbia?
What event ignited World War I by causing Austria-Hungary to declare war on Serbia?
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What was the impact of the 'Zimmerman Note' on American sentiment towards entering World War I?
What was the impact of the 'Zimmerman Note' on American sentiment towards entering World War I?
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Which country's actions, related to Freedom of the Seas, directly influenced the U.S.A.'s entry into World War I?
Which country's actions, related to Freedom of the Seas, directly influenced the U.S.A.'s entry into World War I?
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What key factor contributed to the development of trench warfare during World War I?
What key factor contributed to the development of trench warfare during World War I?
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How did nationalism contribute to the conflict in World War I?
How did nationalism contribute to the conflict in World War I?
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What was a major reason for military leaders feeling the need to attack first in World War 1?
What was a major reason for military leaders feeling the need to attack first in World War 1?
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Which region controlled by European nations faced challenges in maintaining colonial empires before World War 1?
Which region controlled by European nations faced challenges in maintaining colonial empires before World War 1?
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What was a key characteristic of the Alliance System before World War 1?
What was a key characteristic of the Alliance System before World War 1?
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Which of the following became a status symbol in Europe before World War 1?
Which of the following became a status symbol in Europe before World War 1?
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What was the primary motivation behind Imperialism as a cause of World War 1?
What was the primary motivation behind Imperialism as a cause of World War 1?
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Which term describes a strong devotion to one's own nation, excluding others, as seen before World War 1?
Which term describes a strong devotion to one's own nation, excluding others, as seen before World War 1?
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What was a consequence of nations trying to increase their economic power around the world before World War 1?
What was a consequence of nations trying to increase their economic power around the world before World War 1?
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Why did Europeans feel proud of wearing military gear even if they were not in the military before World War 1?
Why did Europeans feel proud of wearing military gear even if they were not in the military before World War 1?
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'Imperialism' before World War 1 involved controlling weaker nations primarily for which purpose?
'Imperialism' before World War 1 involved controlling weaker nations primarily for which purpose?
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'Alliance System' before World War 1 included agreements mainly related to which aspect?
'Alliance System' before World War 1 included agreements mainly related to which aspect?
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'Militarism' before World War 1 led to what change in military strategies?
'Militarism' before World War 1 led to what change in military strategies?
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'Nationalism' as a cause of World War 1 represented what type of devotion?
'Nationalism' as a cause of World War 1 represented what type of devotion?
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What was the main reason for America's entry into World War I?
What was the main reason for America's entry into World War I?
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What triggered Austria-Hungary's declaration of war on Serbia in 1914?
What triggered Austria-Hungary's declaration of war on Serbia in 1914?
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What new weapons were introduced during World War I according to the text?
What new weapons were introduced during World War I according to the text?
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What did Germany offer Mexico in the Zimmerman Note?
What did Germany offer Mexico in the Zimmerman Note?
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What was the impact of Trench Warfare during World War I?
What was the impact of Trench Warfare during World War I?
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How did nationalism contribute to the outbreak of World War I?
How did nationalism contribute to the outbreak of World War I?
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Why did Germany resume Unrestricted Submarine Warfare during World War I?
Why did Germany resume Unrestricted Submarine Warfare during World War I?
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'No man's land' in World War I was characterized by:
'No man's land' in World War I was characterized by:
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'The Match That Lit the Fuse' refers to:
'The Match That Lit the Fuse' refers to:
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'Alliance System Takes Down Europe' suggests that:
'Alliance System Takes Down Europe' suggests that:
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'Causes of USA’s Involvement in the War' highlights that:
'Causes of USA’s Involvement in the War' highlights that:
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Study Notes
Causes of World War 1
- World War 1 started in Europe in 1914, but the U.S.A. did not join until 1917.
Militarism
- Build-up of military forces and a culture of admiring military discipline and war.
- Europeans were accustomed to seeing people in uniform, even if they were not in the military.
- Wearing military gear became a status symbol.
- Military leaders believed it was better to attack first rather than wait to be attacked, due to the time it took to mobilize troops.
Alliance System
- Agreements between nations to aid one another if they were attacked.
- By the 1890s, Europe was divided into two alliances:
- Central Powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire)
- Allied Powers (Great Britain, France, and Russia)
Imperialism
- Controlling a weaker nation as a source of raw materials and as a market for products.
- European nations tried to increase their economic power and influence around the world, leading to conflicts and war.
- Many European nations controlled colonies in Africa and Southeast Asia, making it difficult to maintain colonial empires.
Nationalism
- Strong devotion to one's own nation, culture, and interests, to the exclusion of other nations.
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Explore the 4 major causes that led to the outbreak of World War 1 in Europe, starting in 1914 and involving the U.S.A. in 1917. Learn about Militarism, Alliance System, Imperialism, and Nationalism as key factors contributing to the war.
