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What is an armistice?
What is an armistice?
What are reparations?
What are reparations?
The making of amends for a wrong one has done, typically involving payment or help to those who have been wronged.
What are the Big 4?
What are the Big 4?
The four largest international accounting and professional services firms.
What was the League of Nations?
What was the League of Nations?
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What are the Fourteen Points?
What are the Fourteen Points?
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What was the Treaty of Versailles?
What was the Treaty of Versailles?
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Study Notes
Key Terms and Definitions
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Armistice: A temporary agreement to cease hostilities in a conflict, often leading to peace negotiations. Notable date: November 11.
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Reparations: Compensation made to rectify wrongs, commonly in financial terms; a process through which victims seek restitution or amends.
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Big 4: Refers to the four largest professional services firms: PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ernst & Young, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, and KPMG; they audit most publicly-traded companies.
Historical Context
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League of Nations: Established post-World War I through the Treaty of Versailles, aimed at promoting peace and cooperation among countries.
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Fourteen Points: A set of principles outlined by President Woodrow Wilson in 1918 that guided the U.S. approach to peace negotiations after WWI.
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Treaty of Versailles: Signed on June 28, 1919, marking the official end of WWI and outlining punitive measures against Germany, integral to shaping post-war Europe.
Overview of World War I
- The study notes encompass key vocabulary relevant to WWI, touching on agreements, reparations, international bodies, and specific treaties that have impacted global relations.
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Description
This quiz covers essential key terms and historical context from World War I, including armistice, reparations, and significant treaties. Test your knowledge on the League of Nations, the Fourteen Points, and the Treaty of Versailles. Perfect for students of history looking to deepen their understanding of this pivotal era.
