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Which of the following best describes the primary motivation behind Germany's ambition as a cause of World War I?
Which of the following best describes the primary motivation behind Germany's ambition as a cause of World War I?
- To compete with established imperial powers like Britain and France for colonies and influence. (correct)
- To diminish its naval power to appease neighboring countries.
- To establish peaceful trade agreements with Britain and France.
- To focus solely on domestic economic growth, avoiding international affairs.
How did the system of military alliances contribute to the outbreak of World War I?
How did the system of military alliances contribute to the outbreak of World War I?
- By fostering trust and cooperation among European nations.
- By creating a domino effect where an attack on one nation triggered a series of declarations of war due to treaty obligations. (correct)
- By ensuring that conflicts remained localized and did not escalate.
- By discouraging nations from building up their military forces.
What was the significance of the annexation of Bosnia-Herzegovina by Austria-Hungary in 1908?
What was the significance of the annexation of Bosnia-Herzegovina by Austria-Hungary in 1908?
- It led to a period of economic prosperity and stability in the region.
- It strengthened diplomatic relations between Austria-Hungary and Serbia.
- It ignited nationalist sentiments and resentment among Serbian nationalists, contributing to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. (correct)
- It resolved long-standing ethnic tensions in the Balkans.
What was the main objective of the Pan-Slavism movement?
What was the main objective of the Pan-Slavism movement?
How did the failure of the Hague Conferences contribute to the outbreak of World War I?
How did the failure of the Hague Conferences contribute to the outbreak of World War I?
Which of the following nations was not part of the Triple Entente?
Which of the following nations was not part of the Triple Entente?
How did defeated countries in the Balkan Wars contribute to escalating tensions before World War I?
How did defeated countries in the Balkan Wars contribute to escalating tensions before World War I?
Which of the following best represents 'International Anarchy' as a cause of World War I?
Which of the following best represents 'International Anarchy' as a cause of World War I?
What was the primary reason Italy did not join the Central Powers despite being a member of the Triple Alliance?
What was the primary reason Italy did not join the Central Powers despite being a member of the Triple Alliance?
Which of the following countries was NOT under the control of Turkey before the Balkan Wars?
Which of the following countries was NOT under the control of Turkey before the Balkan Wars?
How did secret agreements contribute to the environment that led to World War I?
How did secret agreements contribute to the environment that led to World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand directly led to Austria-Hungary declaring war on which nation?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand directly led to Austria-Hungary declaring war on which nation?
Which of the following countries joined the Allies later in the war?
Which of the following countries joined the Allies later in the war?
Germany sought to construct a railway line from Berlin to Baghdad in order to:
Germany sought to construct a railway line from Berlin to Baghdad in order to:
What event is considered the immediate trigger for World War I?
What event is considered the immediate trigger for World War I?
Flashcards
World War I
World War I
World War I was a major conflict from 1914 to 1918, involving the Allies (British Empire, France, Russia) against the Central Powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary).
Imperialist Rivalry
Imperialist Rivalry
Imperialist countries' competition and Germany's ambition heightened tensions before World War I.
Military Alliances (WWI)
Military Alliances (WWI)
Triple Alliance or Central Powers included Germany, Italy and Austria-Hungary. Triple Entente of Allies included Britain, France and Russia.
Ultra Nationalism (WWI)
Ultra Nationalism (WWI)
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Secret Agreements
Secret Agreements
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Balkan Wars
Balkan Wars
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Immediate Cause of WWI
Immediate Cause of WWI
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Declaration of War
Declaration of War
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Study Notes
- World War I (WWI) is considered one of the largest wars in history.
- The world's great powers assembled in two opposing alliances: the Allies, consisting of the British Empire, France, and the Russian Empire, versus the Central Powers, consisting of Germany and Austria-Hungary.
- WWI lasted from July 28, 1914, to November 11, 1918.
Causes of the First World War
- There were many conflicts between European nations with growing tension and suspicion, as they grouped themselves to form military alliances.
- The causes for WWI included conflict between imperialist countries, ultra-nationalism, military alliances, international anarchy, Balkan Wars, and the assassination of Francis Ferdinand.
Conflict between Imperialist Countries: Ambition of Germany
- There was conflict between old imperialist countries like Britain and France and new imperialist countries like Germany.
- Germany had ambitions demonstrated by its ship the Imperator and its railway line from Berlin to Baghdad.
Ultra Nationalism and Military Alliances
- There were pan-Slav movements in Russia, Poland, Czhech, Serb, Bulgaria, and Greece. There was also a pan-German movement.
- The Triple Alliance, or Central Powers, was formed in 1882 and consisted of Germany, Italy, and Austria-Hungary.
- The Triple Entente, or Allies, was formed in 1907 between Britain, France, and Russia.
- Italy did not join the Central Powers because Austria-Hungary took the offensive against the terms of the alliance.
- The alliances reorganized and expanded, with Italy, Japan, and the United States joining the Allies, while the Ottoman Empire and Bulgaria joined the Central Powers.
International Anarchy
- There was a secret agreement between Britain and France allowing Britain to control Egypt and France to take over Morocco.
- Germany opposed the secret agreement between Britain and France but settled for a part of French Congo.
- The Hague conferences of 1882 and 1907 failed to establish an international organization.
Balkan Wars
- Many Balkan nations, including Serbia, Bulgaria, Albania, Greece, and Montenegro, were under the control of Turkey. These nations defeated Turkey in the First Balkan War.
- The subsequent war occurred between the Balkan countries, for example, Serbia vs. Bulgaria.
- Aftermath of the Balkan Wars: Defeated countries like Turkey and Bulgaria sought German help.
Immediate Cause: Assassination of Francis Ferdinand
- Austrian Archduke Francis Ferdinand was assassinated by a Serbian native in Bosnia.
- Austria declared war on Serbia on July 28, 1914.
- Reason for the assassination: Austria annexed Bosnia-Herzegovina against the congress of Berlin, 1878.
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