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Which countries were part of the Triple Entente?
Which countries were part of the Triple Entente?
The Dual Alliance was formed in 1882 between Germany and France.
The Dual Alliance was formed in 1882 between Germany and France.
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What was the primary purpose of the alliance system among European powers?
What was the primary purpose of the alliance system among European powers?
To increase influence and security among the countries involved.
The countries in the _____ Alliance were Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
The countries in the _____ Alliance were Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
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Match the following alliances with their respective years of formation:
Match the following alliances with their respective years of formation:
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Study Notes
WWI Alliance System
- The major European powers formed alliances to increase influence and security.
- Two main alliances emerged: Triple Alliance and Triple Entente.
- The alliance system meant if one country went to war, its allies would be drawn in.
Triple Alliance
- Formed in 1879: Germany and Austria-Hungary.
- Expanded in 1882 to include Italy.
- Each member promised support if one was attacked by two others.
Franco-Russian Alliance
- Formed in 1892.
- France and Russia allied.
Entente Cordiale
- Formed in 1904 between Britain and France.
Triple Entente
- Formed in 1907
- Britain, France and Russia allied.
- This alliance was formed to help them stand up to Germany.
Problems With Alliances
- Disagreements between two nations in opposing alliances could quickly draw in others.
- Such conflicts could become large-scale wars between many armed countries.
Military Strength of the Countries in 1914
- Great Britain: 710,000 troops
- France: 1.25 million troops
- Germany: 2.2 million troops
- Russia: 1.2 million troops
- Italy: 750,000 troops
- Austria-Hungary: 810,000 troops
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Explore the intricate alliance system that characterized the lead-up to World War I. This quiz covers key alliances such as the Triple Alliance and Triple Entente, as well as their impacts on international relations. Understand how these alliances contributed to the scale of the conflict that erupted in 1914.
