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What event is considered the immediate cause of World War One?
What event is considered the immediate cause of World War One?
Which terrorist group was Gavrilo Princip affiliated with?
Which terrorist group was Gavrilo Princip affiliated with?
What was the main goal of The Black Hand regarding Austria-Hungary?
What was the main goal of The Black Hand regarding Austria-Hungary?
What action did Austria-Hungary take on July 23, 1914?
What action did Austria-Hungary take on July 23, 1914?
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How did Germany respond to Russia's military movements?
How did Germany respond to Russia's military movements?
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What was a significant indirect cause of World War One?
What was a significant indirect cause of World War One?
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Which countries made up the Triple Alliance?
Which countries made up the Triple Alliance?
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What was one problem associated with the alliance systems in Europe at the time?
What was one problem associated with the alliance systems in Europe at the time?
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What was the main objective of the Schlieffen Plan?
What was the main objective of the Schlieffen Plan?
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Which factor did Schlieffen underestimate regarding Russia?
Which factor did Schlieffen underestimate regarding Russia?
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What significant consequence resulted from the initial implementation of the Schlieffen Plan?
What significant consequence resulted from the initial implementation of the Schlieffen Plan?
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What strategy did Germany employ while advancing through Belgium?
What strategy did Germany employ while advancing through Belgium?
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What term describes the area between the trenches occupied by neither side?
What term describes the area between the trenches occupied by neither side?
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Which event caused the German forces to retreat during the early stages of the war?
Which event caused the German forces to retreat during the early stages of the war?
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What was one of the primary defenses established in the trenches?
What was one of the primary defenses established in the trenches?
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In what year did both sides start to dig in and create trenches as a response to the war?
In what year did both sides start to dig in and create trenches as a response to the war?
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What term was used to refer to women who campaigned for the right to vote in Canada during the early 20th century?
What term was used to refer to women who campaigned for the right to vote in Canada during the early 20th century?
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Why did Prime Minister Robert Borden change the voting laws in Canada during the 1917 election?
Why did Prime Minister Robert Borden change the voting laws in Canada during the 1917 election?
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What was the main reason for the initial enthusiasm in Canada to join the British war effort?
What was the main reason for the initial enthusiasm in Canada to join the British war effort?
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What was a common symbol of cowardice used against men who did not volunteer for service?
What was a common symbol of cowardice used against men who did not volunteer for service?
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What was a key reason for Robert Borden to advocate for a conscription bill?
What was a key reason for Robert Borden to advocate for a conscription bill?
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Who were exempted from conscription as per the Military Services Bill?
Who were exempted from conscription as per the Military Services Bill?
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What was the purpose of the Military Voters Act passed by Borden?
What was the purpose of the Military Voters Act passed by Borden?
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What was a major concern regarding the implementation of conscription in Canada?
What was a major concern regarding the implementation of conscription in Canada?
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What was the maximum number of soldiers allowed in the German army under the Treaty?
What was the maximum number of soldiers allowed in the German army under the Treaty?
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Which of the following territories was returned to France as part of the Treaty?
Which of the following territories was returned to France as part of the Treaty?
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What responsibility did Germany accept under Article 231 of the Treaty?
What responsibility did Germany accept under Article 231 of the Treaty?
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Which country was created from the former Austro-Hungarian Empire as a result of the Treaty?
Which country was created from the former Austro-Hungarian Empire as a result of the Treaty?
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According to the military terms, which of the following was Germany forbidden to have?
According to the military terms, which of the following was Germany forbidden to have?
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What was required of Germany regarding its overseas possessions as per Article 118?
What was required of Germany regarding its overseas possessions as per Article 118?
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How long was Germany to be occupied by Allied forces west of the Rhine?
How long was Germany to be occupied by Allied forces west of the Rhine?
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Which of the following best describes the overall intention behind the Treaty of Versailles?
Which of the following best describes the overall intention behind the Treaty of Versailles?
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What was a significant consequence of the crowded living conditions during the outbreak of the Spanish flu?
What was a significant consequence of the crowded living conditions during the outbreak of the Spanish flu?
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Where was the Spanish flu first officially noted?
Where was the Spanish flu first officially noted?
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What was the main reason the flu virus spread more quickly during the war?
What was the main reason the flu virus spread more quickly during the war?
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What caused the Halifax Explosion according to the circumstances surrounding the collision?
What caused the Halifax Explosion according to the circumstances surrounding the collision?
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What was the nature of the cargo carried by the Mont Blanc during the Halifax Explosion?
What was the nature of the cargo carried by the Mont Blanc during the Halifax Explosion?
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What was the impact of the Halifax Explosion on the surrounding area?
What was the impact of the Halifax Explosion on the surrounding area?
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Why were young people particularly affected by the Spanish flu epidemic?
Why were young people particularly affected by the Spanish flu epidemic?
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Which empire joined World War 1 due to the German attack on Russia?
Which empire joined World War 1 due to the German attack on Russia?
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Study Notes
Murder at Sarajevo
- Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie were assassinated in Sarajevo, Austria-Hungary on June 28, 1914.
- Gavrilo Princip, a member of the Serbian terrorist group "The Black Hand", was responsible for the assassination.
- The assassination was a catalyst for the outbreak of World War One.
Timeline Leading to World War I
- July 23, 1914: Austria-Hungary issued an ultimatum to Serbia demanding an investigation into the assassination and the suppression of all anti-Austrian movements.
- July 25, 1914: Serbia responded by refusing to give Austria-Hungary complete control of its internal affairs.
- July 28, 1914: Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia, marking the beginning of World War One.
- July 29, 1914: Russia mobilized its army to the border of Austria-Hungary, prompting Germany to declare war on Russia.
- August 3, 1914: Germany declared war on France.
- August 4, 1914: Germany invaded Belgium, leading Britain to declare war on Germany.
Indirect Causes of World War I
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The Alliance System:
- The Triple Entente (France, Russia, and Britain) and the Triple Alliance (Germany, Italy, and Austria-Hungary) were intricately connected.
- Any conflict with one member country had the potential to escalate into a broader war involving all allied nations.
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Imperialism:
- European countries' pursuit of empires through conquest and political control of smaller nations.
- As European countries industrialized, they developed advanced weaponry, facilitating imperialist ambitions.
The Schlieffen Plan
- Germany's military strategy during World War One, devised by German General Alfred von Schlieffen.
- The plan aimed for a swift and decisive defeat of France within six weeks, preventing a two-front war against France and Russia.
- The plan involved a rapid German advance through Belgium, encircling and defeating the French forces.
- The belief was that Russia would be slower to mobilize due to its vast size and poor infrastructure.
The Battle of Marne
- The Franco-British counteroffensive.
- German troops were pushed back at the Battle of Marne, preventing their swift victory in France.
- The Germans were forced to dig in at the Aisne river, leading to trench warfare.
Trench Warfare
- Both sides of the war dug elaborate trenches to protect themselves from enemy fire and barbed wire.
- The trenches stretched for kilometers, creating a deadly "no man's land" between opposing forces.
- Machine guns significantly increased casualties in trench warfare.
Conscription: The Military Bill
- Canada initially saw high levels of volunteer enlistment.
- As the war dragged on, volunteer numbers dwindled, prompting Prime Minister Robert Borden to propose conscription in 1917.
- Conscription was highly controversial, particularly in French Canada, sparking protests.
- The Military Services Bill was passed in 1917, requiring mandatory enlistment of able-bodied men between the ages of 20 and 45.
The Treaty of Versailles
- The Treaty of Versailles officially ended World War One on June 28, 1919.
- It was signed by 32 victorious countries, including France, Britain, and the United States.
- The treaty imposed harsh penalties on Germany:
- Acceptance of responsibility for the war (War Guilt Clause).
- Territorial concessions:
- Loss of Alsace-Lorraine to France.
- Independence of Austria, Czechoslovakia, and Poland.
- Military disarmament:
- Limited army size to 100,000 soldiers.
- Restrictions on naval forces and air power.
- Economic reparations:
- Payment for war damages to Allied countries.
- Seizure of the Saar Basin coal mines by France for 15 years.
- Germany occupied by Allied forces in the Rhineland for 15 years.
The Spanish Flu
- The Spanish Flu pandemic raged during World War One, particularly in 1918.
- This highly contagious virus had a devastating impact, killing millions globally.
- It spread rapidly within crowded wartime conditions.
- The flu was particularly lethal to young adults.
The Halifax Explosion
- A catastrophic explosion involving two ships in Halifax Harbour, Nova Scotia on December 6, 1917.
- The collision of the SS Imo (carrying grain) and the SS Mont Blanc (carrying explosives) resulted in an explosion equivalent to 2.9 kilotons of TNT.
- Over 2,000 people were killed and over 9,000 injured.
- The explosion had a lasting impact on Halifax and highlighted the horrors of war to Canadians.
The Ottoman Empire
- The Ottoman Empire joined World War I due to the German attack on Russia.
- The empire was historically known as the Turkish Empire.
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This quiz examines the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and its pivotal role in igniting World War I. You will explore key events and timelines leading up to the war, including the interactions between Austria-Hungary, Serbia, and other nations. Test your knowledge on this crucial moment in history!
