Causes of World War I

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What is the term used to describe when countries take great pride in their armies and are willing to use them aggressively?

Alliances

Nationalism

Imperialism

Militarism (correct)

Which group of countries made up the Triple Alliance in Europe in 1914?

France, Belgium, Serbia

Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy (correct)

Britain, France, Russia

Russia, Germany, Austria-Hungary

What pride was the main reason for tension and fierce rivalries over land in early 20th century?

Nationalism

Imperialism (correct)

Alliances

Militarism

How did countries try to deter starting a war by forming alliances in Europe?

By making alliances so that war would mean fighting multiple nations instead of just one Signup and view all the answers

What metapohr can be used to expalin how European countries fell into war in 1914?

A group of climbers slipping and falling Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Triple Entente different from the Triple Alliance in Europe in 1914?

The Triple Entente consisted of Britain, France, and Russia. Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the belief that one's own country is superior and should assert its dominance over others?

Nationalism Signup and view all the answers

Why is World War I sometimes referred to as the 'Great War'?

Because it was a war on a large scale never before experienced Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for building memorials?

To honor soldiers who died in battle Signup and view all the answers

When did the term 'First World War' become more commonly used?

After the Second World War began in 1939 Signup and view all the answers

What contributed to many people calling World War I 'the war to end all wars'?

The massive death toll and horror felt by many Signup and view all the answers

How many soldiers were killed in total during World War I?

Around nine million soldiers Signup and view all the answers

Who was the heir to the kingdom of Austria-Hungary assassinated in Sarajevo in 1914?

Archduke Franz Ferdinand Signup and view all the answers

Which group of Serbians planned to assassinate Archduke Franz Ferdinand?

The 'Black Hand' Signup and view all the answers

Where did the fatal assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand take place?

Cumurja Bridge Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of Archduke Franz Ferdinand's wife who was also assassinated?

Sophie Signup and view all the answers

Which neighboring country did many Bosnians want to join instead of Austria-Hungary?

Serbia Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the Black Hand's decision to assassinate Archduke Franz Ferdinand?

To highlight their cause Signup and view all the answers

Why did the driver of the car carrying Archduke Franz Ferdinand stop near Schiller's Café?

To turn around Signup and view all the answers

Where were the Black Hand assassins waiting for the car carrying Archduke Franz Ferdinand?

Cumurja Bridge Signup and view all the answers

Why did Austria-Hungary attack Serbia?

Austria-Hungary blamed Serbia for killing the Archduke Franz Ferdinand. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Russia prepare to attack Austria-Hungary?

Russia had promised to protect Serbia against attack, so they got their army ready to attack Austria-Hungary. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Germany invade Belgium?

Germany wanted to march through Belgium to attack France, but Belgium refused. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Britain declare war on Germany?

Britain had a deal to protect Belgium from attack, so they declared war on Germany for invading Belgium. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think the outbreak of war has been compared to a 'row of falling dominoes'?

The comparison is made because each country's declaration of war triggered the next country to do the same, leading to a chain reaction of war declarations. Signup and view all the answers

Did Gavrilo Princip start the First World War?

No, Gavrilo Princip's assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was a catalyst, but not the sole cause of the First World War. Signup and view all the answers

In your own words, explain how the First World War was caused. Write one paragraph for long term causes and one paragraph for short term causes. You will get marks for valid information and quality explanation (8 marks)

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In your own words, explain why the Black Hand wanted to attack Austria-Hungary (4 marks)

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In your own words, explain why Britain and Germany were rivals in the period before the First World War (4 marks)

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In your own words, explain why the alliance system would make Germany feel vulnerable, especially because of her geographical location (4 marks)

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Causes of World War I

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What is the term used to describe when countries take great pride in their armies and are willing to use them aggressively?

Which group of countries made up the Triple Alliance in Europe in 1914?

What pride was the main reason for tension and fierce rivalries over land in early 20th century?

How did countries try to deter starting a war by forming alliances in Europe?

What metapohr can be used to expalin how European countries fell into war in 1914?

Why was the Triple Entente different from the Triple Alliance in Europe in 1914?

Which term refers to the belief that one's own country is superior and should assert its dominance over others?

Why is World War I sometimes referred to as the 'Great War'?

What was the main reason for building memorials?

When did the term 'First World War' become more commonly used?

What contributed to many people calling World War I 'the war to end all wars'?

How many soldiers were killed in total during World War I?

Who was the heir to the kingdom of Austria-Hungary assassinated in Sarajevo in 1914?

Which group of Serbians planned to assassinate Archduke Franz Ferdinand?

Where did the fatal assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand take place?

What was the name of Archduke Franz Ferdinand's wife who was also assassinated?

Which neighboring country did many Bosnians want to join instead of Austria-Hungary?

What was the main reason for the Black Hand's decision to assassinate Archduke Franz Ferdinand?

Why did the driver of the car carrying Archduke Franz Ferdinand stop near Schiller's Café?

Where were the Black Hand assassins waiting for the car carrying Archduke Franz Ferdinand?

Why did Austria-Hungary attack Serbia?

Why did Russia prepare to attack Austria-Hungary?

Why did Germany invade Belgium?

Why did Britain declare war on Germany?

Why do you think the outbreak of war has been compared to a 'row of falling dominoes'?

Did Gavrilo Princip start the First World War?

In your own words, explain how the First World War was caused. Write one paragraph for long term causes and one paragraph for short term causes. You will get marks for valid information and quality explanation (8 marks)

In your own words, explain why the Black Hand wanted to attack Austria-Hungary (4 marks)

In your own words, explain why Britain and Germany were rivals in the period before the First World War (4 marks)

In your own words, explain why the alliance system would make Germany feel vulnerable, especially because of her geographical location (4 marks)

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