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What is a primary characteristic of militarism as a long-term cause of World War I?
What is a primary characteristic of militarism as a long-term cause of World War I?
Which two alliances were the major players before World War I?
Which two alliances were the major players before World War I?
How did imperialism contribute to the causes of World War I?
How did imperialism contribute to the causes of World War I?
What role did nationalism play in the tensions leading to World War I?
What role did nationalism play in the tensions leading to World War I?
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What was a consequence of the alliance system during the pre-war period?
What was a consequence of the alliance system during the pre-war period?
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Study Notes
Long Term Causes of WWI
- Militarism: Massive military buildup, preparation for war, and a belief in deterrence through military strength. Arms races fueled competition.
- Alliances: Countries formed alliances (e.g., Triple Entente, Triple Alliance) where an attack on one member would bring others into the conflict.
- Imperialism: Competition for colonies and overseas territories led to conflict and tension. Strong empires sought to expand.
- Nationalism: Strong sense of national pride and identity. Countries and groups desired self-determination and control over territories.
Short Term Causes of WWI
- Conflict over Territory: Disputes between empires over territory fueled conflict.
- Cultural Identity Issues: Disputes & nationalist conflicts within empires, like the conflict between Austria-Hungary and Serbia over Bosnia.
- Serbia's Claim: Serbian desire to control Bosnia due to shared history and culture.
- Specific Political & Territorial Conflicts: The political and territorial struggles between involved countries contributed to the eventual outbreak of war.
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Explore the complex causes of World War I through this quiz, which examines both long-term and short-term factors contributing to the conflict. Delve into topics such as militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism, alongside the immediate tensions that stirred the war. A great way to test your knowledge on this pivotal event in history.
