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What were the four main causes of World War I?

  • Imperialism (correct)
  • Nationalism (correct)
  • Militarism (correct)
  • Alliances (correct)

    • What is nationalism?

    Displaying pride in one's country.

    What two European nations formed as a result of nationalism?

    Italy and Germany in the 1870s.

    Why would citizens from Bosnia not like the leaders of Austria-Hungary?

    <p>Bosnians wanted to separate from Austria-Hungary; they resented the rulers for keeping them in an empire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Russia support the pan-Slavic movement?

    <p>They didn't like Austria-Hungary, and they wanted the people to be free or independent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were the Balkans called the powder keg of Europe?

    <p>Because they had an abundance of materials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did nationalism cause World War I?

    <p>People felt that one's country was above all others, leading to ethnic tensions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is imperialism?

    <p>A policy of extending a country's power and influence by diplomacy or military force.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What countries were involved in imperialism?

    <p>Britain, Belgium, Italy, Germany, Spain, Portugal, France.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How could Germany increase the size of its empire?

    <p>By taking over other countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did imperialism cause World War I?

    <p>Growing competition against other countries for empires led to growing conflicts among European powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an alliance?

    <p>Where two countries help each other if war broke out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the two major prewar alliances?

    <p>Triple Alliance and Triple Entente.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What countries were members of the Triple Alliance?

    <p>Germany, Italy, Austria-Hungary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What countries were members of the Triple Entente?

    <p>Britain, France, Russia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did alliances cause World War I?

    <p>The prewar alliances caused powerful nations of Europe to choose sides.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is militarism?

    <p>Getting caught up in the glory and the power of the military.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the three reasons European nations felt it was necessary to take part in an arms race?

    <ol> <li>Imperialistic ambitions 2) Defense against aggressive nations 3) To be part of an alliance.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

    What is conscription?

    <p>Forced military service.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did many European armies feel that conscription was necessary?

    <p>Imperialist ambitions and defense against aggressive nations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What new weapons were invented in World War I as a result of militarism?

    <p>HMS Dreadnought, fighter planes, tanks, chemical warfare, machine guns, howitzers, zeppelins, and trench mortars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did militarism cause World War I?

    <p>Increased the size of armies and navies, leading to an arms race and military influence over government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the Central Powers?

    <p>An alliance formed between Germany, Austria-Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the Allied Powers?

    <p>An alliance formed between France, Great Britain, Russia, and later the USA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Soviets?

    <p>Committees to represent their interests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Bolsheviks?

    <p>A radical group of socialists.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is propaganda?

    <p>Information designed to influence public opinions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are civilians?

    <p>Nonmilitary citizens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is trench warfare?

    <p>Fought in two lines of trenches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a front?

    <p>A line where opposing armies face each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is neutrality?

    <p>A policy of not taking sides.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an arms race?

    <p>Building huge armies and navies to outdo rival nations and protect world interests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is mobilization?

    <p>The assembly and movement of troops.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an entente?

    <p>An understanding between nations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the balance of power?

    <p>A situation where both sides have equal power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Main Causes of World War I

    • Four primary causes identified as militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism.

    Nationalism

    • Characterized by strong pride and loyalty towards one's nation.
    • Led to the unification of Italy and Germany in the 1870s.
    • Citizens of Bosnia resented Austrian-Hungarian rulers wishing for independence.

    Pan-Slavic Movement

    • Supported by Russia to promote Slavic independence against Austria-Hungary.

    Balkans as Power Keg

    • Region known for its rich resources which contributed to tensions and conflicts leading up to the war.

    Role of Nationalism in WWI

    • Contributed by fostering a belief in national superiority and increasing ethnic tensions among various groups.

    Imperialism

    • Defined as the expansion of a nation's influence through diplomacy or military force.
    • Countries involved included Britain, Belgium, Italy, Germany, Spain, Portugal, and France.
    • Germany sought increased empire size through the annexation of other nations.
    • Fuelled competition and conflict for resources, making war inevitable.

    Alliances

    • Alliances meant mutual support among nations in times of war.
    • Key prewar alliances included the Triple Alliance (Germany, Italy, Austria-Hungary) and the Triple Entente (Britain, France, Russia).
    • Created a divided Europe where powerful nations had to choose sides, heightening tensions.

    Militarism

    • A culture celebrating military power and strength among European nations.
    • Three driving factors for an arms race: imperial ambitions, national defense, and alliance commitments.
    • Conscription became a common practice, ensuring large military forces.

    Technological Advancements in Warfare

    • Innovation in weaponry included dreadnoughts, fighter planes, tanks, chemical weapons, machine guns, howitzers, zeppelins, and trench mortars.

    Militarism's Impact on WWI

    • Resulted in larger armies, an accelerated arms race, and military leaders exerting influence on government policy.

    Alliances in WWI

    • Central Powers included Germany, Austria-Hungary, Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria.
    • Allied Powers comprised France, Great Britain, Russia, and later the USA.

    Other Key Concepts

    • Civilians defined as non-military individuals affected by war dynamics.
    • Trench warfare characterized combat in fortified ditches, representing a new military strategy.
    • Neutrality indicated a stance of non-involvement in conflicts.
    • Balance of power aimed for equal strength among nations to prevent dominance by one nation.

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