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Which of the following best describes the political state of Europe prior to World War I?
Which of the following best describes the political state of Europe prior to World War I?
What was the primary aim of the Schlieffen Plan?
What was the primary aim of the Schlieffen Plan?
What critical event is considered the immediate trigger of World War I?
What critical event is considered the immediate trigger of World War I?
Which of the following best describes the position of the United States at the start of World War I?
Which of the following best describes the position of the United States at the start of World War I?
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How did the Belgian resistance affect the Schlieffen Plan?
How did the Belgian resistance affect the Schlieffen Plan?
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What aspect of 'MAIN' refers to the aggressive building of armed forces that caused tension?
What aspect of 'MAIN' refers to the aggressive building of armed forces that caused tension?
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Which factor complicated trade relations for the U.S. during the initial phase of World War I?
Which factor complicated trade relations for the U.S. during the initial phase of World War I?
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What was the outcome of the initial German advance into France, following the Schlieffen Plan?
What was the outcome of the initial German advance into France, following the Schlieffen Plan?
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What was the primary purpose of the 'Four Minute Men' during World War I?
What was the primary purpose of the 'Four Minute Men' during World War I?
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What was a key difference between the 'Irreconcilables' and 'Reservationists' in the U.S. Senate regarding the Treaty of Versailles?
What was a key difference between the 'Irreconcilables' and 'Reservationists' in the U.S. Senate regarding the Treaty of Versailles?
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Which of these best describes the significance of Article X of the League of Nations Covenant?
Which of these best describes the significance of Article X of the League of Nations Covenant?
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What was a direct consequence of the labor shortages experienced in the United States during World War I?
What was a direct consequence of the labor shortages experienced in the United States during World War I?
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What was the main idea behind the concept of 'self-determination' as it was applied in Wilson's Fourteen Points?
What was the main idea behind the concept of 'self-determination' as it was applied in Wilson's Fourteen Points?
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What was the ruling of the Supreme Court in Korematsu v. United States regarding the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II?
What was the ruling of the Supreme Court in Korematsu v. United States regarding the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II?
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Which of the following was NOT a key component of Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points?
Which of the following was NOT a key component of Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points?
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What was the immediate result of the United States not ratifying the Treaty of Versailles?
What was the immediate result of the United States not ratifying the Treaty of Versailles?
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What was the primary economic consequence for the United States as a result of the war, prior to their entry?
What was the primary economic consequence for the United States as a result of the war, prior to their entry?
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What was the main objective of the German policy of unrestricted submarine warfare?
What was the main objective of the German policy of unrestricted submarine warfare?
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What was the primary purpose of the Sussex Pledge made by Germany?
What was the primary purpose of the Sussex Pledge made by Germany?
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How did the election of 1916 affect the Progressive Party?
How did the election of 1916 affect the Progressive Party?
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What was a crucial campaign slogan that aided Woodrow Wilson in winning the 1916 election?
What was a crucial campaign slogan that aided Woodrow Wilson in winning the 1916 election?
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Which of these factors was a reason for the United States to declare war?
Which of these factors was a reason for the United States to declare war?
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What is most accurate about the 19th Amendment and its direct relation to the war effort?
What is most accurate about the 19th Amendment and its direct relation to the war effort?
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What was the main catalyst for the Great Migration during the WWI era?
What was the main catalyst for the Great Migration during the WWI era?
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How did the U.S. government primarily finance the war effort?
How did the U.S. government primarily finance the war effort?
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What was the purpose of the Sedition Acts passed during World War I?
What was the purpose of the Sedition Acts passed during World War I?
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Study Notes
Causes of World War I (MAIN)
- Militarism: Aggressive buildup of armed forces. Europe's major powers (Germany, Britain) engaged in a massive arms race, triggering fear and further buildup.
- Alliances: Complex system of treaties created opposing blocs. The Triple Alliance (Austria-Hungary, Germany, Ottoman Empire) faced the Triple Entente (Russia, France, Great Britain).
- Imperialism: Competition for colonies and global influence fueled tensions.
- Nationalism: Intense national pride and loyalty. This heightened regional tensions and contributed to conflicts.
Assassination and War Declaration
- June 28, 1914: The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand triggered a chain reaction.
- July 28, 1914: Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia, marking the start of World War I.
The Schlieffen Plan
- Germany's military strategy to quickly defeat France before Russia could mobilize.
- Aimed to invade France through Belgium, bypassing the French defenses.
- Belgium's resistance slowed the German advance, giving the Allies time to reinforce.
- This led to trench warfare and stalemate on the Western Front.
US Neutrality and Entry
- Initial US policy was neutrality.
- President Wilson sought to maintain trade with both Allied and Central Powers.
- Cultural, linguistic, and economic ties to Britain influenced public opinion.
- U-boat warfare (German submarines) and the sinking of the Lusitania pushed the US closer to war.
- Zimmerman Note: A proposed German alliance with Mexico against the US.
- These actions, along with unrestricted submarine warfare in violation of the Sussex Pledge, finally led to US entry into the war.
US Role in World War I
- Economic Impact: US trade with the Allies exploded, significantly boosting the American economy.
- Mobilization: The US mobilized significant resources to support the war effort.
- Financing the War: Predominantly through government loans & bonds and increased taxes.
- Raising Troops: A combination of volunteers and conscription (selective service) increased manpower.
- Impact on Society: Women's role in society expanded, and there was significant African American migration to the North.
- Civil Liberties: Espionage and Sedition Acts curtailed civil liberties during the war.
Wilson's Fourteen Points
- President Wilson's plan for a just and lasting peace aimed to prevent future wars.
- Key principles included self-determination, open diplomacy, and a League of Nations.
Treaty of Versailles and US Rejection
- War guilt clause and reparations placed upon Germany.
- The US Senate refused to ratify the treaty, preventing the US from joining the League of Nations.
- The Senate's rejection involved a complex mix of partisan politics, mistrust of Article X of the League of Nations, and concerns about losing the Senate's war-declaring authority.
Societal Changes
- Women's Suffrage: The war's contribution led to the passage of the 19th Amendment.
- Great Migration: African Americans moved from the rural South to northern cities in large numbers.
- Labor Unions: Union membership grew, with rising wages and increased labor demands.
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Explore the complex factors that led to the outbreak of World War I, focusing on militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism. Additionally, learn about the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and Germany's Schlieffen Plan. This quiz will test your knowledge on these pivotal historical events.
