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Which event triggered the start of World War 1?

  • The signing of the Treaty of Versailles
  • The Bolshevik Revolution in Russia
  • The sinking of the Lusitania
  • The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand (correct)

Which country was part of the Triple Entente during World War 1?

  • Austria-Hungary
  • France (correct)
  • Ottoman Empire
  • Germany

What was the significance of the Battle of the Somme during World War 1?

  • It marked the beginning of the Russian Revolution
  • It was one of the bloodiest battles in history (correct)
  • It resulted in the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk
  • It led to the collapse of the Ottoman Empire

Which weapon, introduced during World War 1, had a significant impact on the nature of warfare?

<p>Tanks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which treaty officially ended World War 1?

<p>Treaty of Versailles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which battle is often considered a symbol of the futility and enormous loss of life during World War 1?

<p>Battle of Passchendaele (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Causes of World War I

  • The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary triggered the start of World War I.

World War I Alliances

  • The Triple Entente consisted of France, Great Britain, and Russia during World War I.

Battle of the Somme

  • The Battle of the Somme, fought from July to November 1916, resulted in massive casualties with over one million wounded or killed, highlighting the devastating human cost of the war.

Impact of World War I on Warfare

  • The introduction of tanks during World War I had a significant impact on the nature of warfare, marking a shift towards modern mechanized warfare.

Treaty of Versailles

  • The Treaty of Versailles, signed on June 28, 1919, officially ended World War I, imposing harsh penalties on Germany and contributing to the rise of Nazi Germany.

Symbol of Futility in World War I

  • The Battle of Verdun, fought from February to December 1916, is often considered a symbol of the futility and enormous loss of life during World War I, with over 700,000 casualties on both sides.

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Test your knowledge of World War 1 with this quiz. Answer questions about the event that triggered the war, the countries involved in the Triple Entente, and the significance of the Battle of the Somme. See how much you know about this pivotal moment in history.

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