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Which event directly triggered the onset of World War I?
Which event directly triggered the onset of World War I?
What was the status of the United States at the beginning of World War I in 1914?
What was the status of the United States at the beginning of World War I in 1914?
Which of the following was NOT a factor contributing to the U.S. entry into World War I in 1917?
Which of the following was NOT a factor contributing to the U.S. entry into World War I in 1917?
What was the significance of the armistice signed on November 11, 1918?
What was the significance of the armistice signed on November 11, 1918?
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What was accomplished by the Treaty of Versailles in 1919?
What was accomplished by the Treaty of Versailles in 1919?
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Study Notes
The Assassination and Outbreak of War
- April 1914: Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary triggered a series of events leading to World War I.
- Major alliances formed: Allies included Great Britain, France, and Russia; Central Powers consisted of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire.
U.S. Neutrality and Entry into War
- 1914: The United States declared neutrality under the Neutrality Act of 1914.
- President Woodrow Wilson aimed to keep the U.S. out of the conflict but faced challenges in maintaining neutrality.
Key Factors Leading to U.S. Involvement
- Unrestricted Submarine Warfare: Germany's aggressive submarine tactics targeted merchant ships, provoking U.S. outrage.
- Propaganda Campaigns: Efforts to sway public opinion against the Central Powers heightened support for war.
- Zimmerman Telegram: A secret communication proposing a military alliance between Germany and Mexico, intercepted by the U.S., stirred public sentiment for intervention.
Impact of U.S. Entry
- The entry of the United States in 1917 bolstered the Allies, leading to a series of victories against the Central Powers.
- November 11, 1918: Signing of an armistice that ceased hostilities in World War I.
Aftermath and the Treaty of Versailles
- 1919: The Treaty of Versailles formally ended World War I.
- The treaty imposed reparations and territorial losses on Germany, setting the stage for future conflicts, including World War II.
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Description
Explore the pivotal events leading to World War I, including the assassination of Franz Ferdinand and the initial stance of the United States. This quiz covers the alliances formed, the major players in the conflict, and the early attempts at maintaining neutrality. Test your knowledge of this significant historical period.
