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What led to the Germans asking for a formal agreement to end the fighting in November 1918?
What led to the Germans asking for a formal agreement to end the fighting in November 1918?
- Increase in Germany's political and military strength
- Allies' inability to push back German forces
- Defeat of German offensives with heavy casualties (correct)
- Improvement in Germany's situation and resources
What was the consequence for Germany if they did not pull their troops out of France, Belgium, and Luxembourg within 15 days?
What was the consequence for Germany if they did not pull their troops out of France, Belgium, and Luxembourg within 15 days?
- Gain control of contested territory
- Negotiate a new ceasefire agreement
- Receive additional military support from their allies
- Risk becoming prisoners of the Allies (correct)
What did Germany have to turn over as part of the formal agreement to end the fighting?
What did Germany have to turn over as part of the formal agreement to end the fighting?
- 5,000 artillery pieces, 25,000 machine guns, and 1,700 airplanes (correct)
- 10,000 machine guns and 3,000 rocket launchers
- 2,000 artillery pieces, 20,000 hand grenades, and 1,000 tanks
- 5,000 tanks and 10,000 rifles
Why was Germany suffering from starvation in November 1918?
Why was Germany suffering from starvation in November 1918?
What did Germany have to give up as part of the formal agreement to end the fighting?
What did Germany have to give up as part of the formal agreement to end the fighting?
Study Notes
Lead-up to the Armistice
- Germany asked for a formal agreement to end the fighting in November 1918 due to military reverses and economic exhaustion.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
- If Germany did not withdraw its troops from France, Belgium, and Luxembourg within 15 days, they would face continued fighting and probable defeat.
Terms of the Armistice
- As part of the formal agreement to end the fighting, Germany had to turn over 5,000 artillery pieces, 25,000 machine guns, and 1,700 aircraft.
State of Germany in 1918
- Germany was suffering from starvation in November 1918 due to the British naval blockade, which severely restricted food imports.
Territorial Concessions
- As part of the formal agreement to end the fighting, Germany had to give up Alsace-Lorraine, a region on the French-German border.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the events leading to the end of World War I, including the declining strength of the Central Powers and the growing advantage of the Allies. Test your knowledge of the factors that led to the eventual outcome of the war.
