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Why was the outbreak of the First World War considered a surprise in Europe in 1914?
Why was the outbreak of the First World War considered a surprise in Europe in 1914?
- France was considered the world's language, influencing people globally.
- Germany and Britain were in an arms race, striving to develop new weapons.
- Europe had a rich economy from industrialization, making war seem unnecessary for financial gain. (correct)
- Europe had been experiencing peace since 1871.
What contributed to tensions between Germany and France before the First World War?
What contributed to tensions between Germany and France before the First World War?
- Alsace-Moselle being a German-speaking territory taken by Germans. (correct)
- A crisis between Germany and Britain due to economic competition.
- Germany owning 80% of the world.
- Conflicts involving Russia and Austria-Hungary in the Balkans.
Which European continent was considered to be the richest in the world during the lead-up to the First World War?
Which European continent was considered to be the richest in the world during the lead-up to the First World War?
- North America
- Europe (correct)
- Asia
- Africa
What was a significant factor leading to colonial tensions before the First World War?
What was a significant factor leading to colonial tensions before the First World War?
Which factor led to economic competition between Germany and Britain before the First World War?
Which factor led to economic competition between Germany and Britain before the First World War?
Why did Austria-Hungary aim to access the Mediterranean before the First World War?
Why did Austria-Hungary aim to access the Mediterranean before the First World War?
What event on June 28, 1914, ultimately triggered the start of World War I?
What event on June 28, 1914, ultimately triggered the start of World War I?
Which country declared war on Serbia on July 28, 1914, setting in motion a chain reaction leading to World War I?
Which country declared war on Serbia on July 28, 1914, setting in motion a chain reaction leading to World War I?
What was the significance of Germany's attack on Belgium on August 4, 1914?
What was the significance of Germany's attack on Belgium on August 4, 1914?
How did the French transport their soldiers to the battlefield during the Battle of the Marne?
How did the French transport their soldiers to the battlefield during the Battle of the Marne?
Which event is associated with the 'Race to the Sea' during World War I?
Which event is associated with the 'Race to the Sea' during World War I?
Which countries were part of the Triple Alliance opposed by the Triple Entente in the lead-up to World War I?
Which countries were part of the Triple Alliance opposed by the Triple Entente in the lead-up to World War I?
