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CC World Wars Study Guide: World War 1 Causes and Events

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Why did the assassination of Franz Ferdinand trigger the start of World War 1?

The Ottoman Empire decided to side with Austria-Hungary after the assassination.

It led to Austria-Hungary blaming Serbia, causing a domino effect of alliances being activated. (correct)

Russia withdrew its support for Serbia, leading to a power vacuum in the region.

France and Britain declared war on Germany in retaliation for the assassination.

What was the role of Gavrilo Princip in the events that led to World War 1?

He was a diplomat trying to prevent the war through negotiations.

He was a member of the Black Hand and assassinated Franz Ferdinand to spark the war. (correct)

He was a military commander who led the forces of Austria-Hungary.

He was a spy working for Russia to destabilize the Balkans region.

What were the MAIN causes of World War 1 that are mentioned in the text?

Colonialism, isolationism, communism, and imperialism

Militarism, alliance system, nationalism, and imperialism (correct)

Capitalism, fascism, socialism, and militarism

Globalization, democracy, dictatorship, and protectionism

Why did Trench Warfare develop in World War 1?

To protect soldiers from enemy fire and create a defensive strategy. Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Central Powers during World War 1?

Germany, Austria-Hungary, Ottoman Empire Signup and view all the answers

What led to the defeat of Germany and its allies in World War 1?

Military defeats, economic struggles, and the Treaty of Versailles Signup and view all the answers

What major countries were part of the Big 4 in the negotiations of the Treaty of Versailles?

France, UK, US, Germany Signup and view all the answers

How did the Treaty of Versailles impact Germany?

It imposed heavy reparations and territorial loss Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the League of Nations?

To prevent future conflicts Signup and view all the answers

Why was World War 1 problematic for Russia?

It caused huge casualties and worsened political instability Signup and view all the answers

Who led the Bolsheviks during the October Revolution of 1917 in Russia?

Lenin Signup and view all the answers

Why did militarism begin to increase in Japan after World War 1?

In response to Western Powers and to modernize the country Signup and view all the answers