Causes of World War I - AP World History: Modern
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What was the main reason for the naval arms race between Germany and Britain?
What was the main reason for the naval arms race between Germany and Britain?
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To achieve naval superiority. Germany challenged Britain's naval dominance with its fleet expansion.
To achieve naval superiority. Germany challenged Britain's naval dominance with its fleet expansion.
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Which two countries were directly involved in the Bosnian Crisis of 1908?
Which two countries were directly involved in the Bosnian Crisis of 1908?
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Austria-Hungary and Serbia. Austria-Hungary's annexation angered Serbia and Russia in 1908.
Austria-Hungary and Serbia. Austria-Hungary's annexation angered Serbia and Russia in 1908.
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What was the outcome of the Second Balkan War (1913)?
What was the outcome of the Second Balkan War (1913)?
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Bulgaria was defeated and lost territory. Bulgaria's defeat shifted Balkan power and increased regional tensions.
Bulgaria was defeated and lost territory. Bulgaria's defeat shifted Balkan power and increased regional tensions.
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Which two countries were directly involved in the Bosnian Crisis of 1908?
Which two countries were directly involved in the Bosnian Crisis of 1908?
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Austria-Hungary and Serbia. Austria-Hungary's annexation angered Serbia and Russia in 1908.
Austria-Hungary and Serbia. Austria-Hungary's annexation angered Serbia and Russia in 1908.
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Which concept describes the belief in the inevitability of war?
Which concept describes the belief in the inevitability of war?
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Fatalism. Many Europeans believed war was destined and ultimately beneficial.
Fatalism. Many Europeans believed war was destined and ultimately beneficial.
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What was the significance of the Anglo-Russian Entente of 1907?
What was the significance of the Anglo-Russian Entente of 1907?
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It resolved colonial disputes and strengthened the Triple Entente. This completed the Triple Entente by resolving Anglo-Russian disputes.
It resolved colonial disputes and strengthened the Triple Entente. This completed the Triple Entente by resolving Anglo-Russian disputes.
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What was the main consequence of the Moroccan Crises (1905, 1911)?
What was the main consequence of the Moroccan Crises (1905, 1911)?
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Increased tensions between Germany and the Entente. These crises over Morocco heightened Franco-German rivalry.
Increased tensions between Germany and the Entente. These crises over Morocco heightened Franco-German rivalry.
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Which nation's unification in 1871 contributed to European tensions?
Which nation's unification in 1871 contributed to European tensions?
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Germany. German unification disrupted the European balance of power.
Germany. German unification disrupted the European balance of power.
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Identify the main reason for Austria-Hungary's annexation of Bosnia in 1908.
Identify the main reason for Austria-Hungary's annexation of Bosnia in 1908.
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To assert dominance in the Balkans. Austria-Hungary sought to control Slavic nationalism and expand influence.
To assert dominance in the Balkans. Austria-Hungary sought to control Slavic nationalism and expand influence.
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What was the significance of the Entente Cordiale of 1904?
What was the significance of the Entente Cordiale of 1904?
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It improved relations between France and Britain. This agreement ended centuries of Anglo-French colonial rivalry.
It improved relations between France and Britain. This agreement ended centuries of Anglo-French colonial rivalry.
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Which nation was known for its policy of 'splendid isolation'?
Which nation was known for its policy of 'splendid isolation'?
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Great Britain. Britain avoided European entanglements until German threats emerged.
Great Britain. Britain avoided European entanglements until German threats emerged.
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What was the outcome of the Second Balkan War (1913)?
What was the outcome of the Second Balkan War (1913)?
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Bulgaria was defeated and lost territory. Bulgaria's defeat shifted Balkan power and increased regional tensions.
Bulgaria was defeated and lost territory. Bulgaria's defeat shifted Balkan power and increased regional tensions.
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Identify the alliance formed by France, Russia, and Great Britain before WWI.
Identify the alliance formed by France, Russia, and Great Britain before WWI.
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The Triple Entente. This informal alliance system balanced German power in Europe.
The Triple Entente. This informal alliance system balanced German power in Europe.
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Identify the term for competitive buildup of armed forces prior to WWI.
Identify the term for competitive buildup of armed forces prior to WWI.
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Arms race. Nations competed to build larger armies and more advanced weapons.
Arms race. Nations competed to build larger armies and more advanced weapons.
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Which country was primarily responsible for the Schlieffen Plan?
Which country was primarily responsible for the Schlieffen Plan?
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Germany. Germany developed this strategy to avoid fighting on two fronts.
Germany. Germany developed this strategy to avoid fighting on two fronts.
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What was the main reason for the naval arms race between Germany and Britain?
What was the main reason for the naval arms race between Germany and Britain?
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To achieve naval superiority. Germany challenged Britain's naval dominance with its fleet expansion.
To achieve naval superiority. Germany challenged Britain's naval dominance with its fleet expansion.
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Which event marked the start of the July Crisis in 1914?
Which event marked the start of the July Crisis in 1914?
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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. Franz Ferdinand's death in Sarajevo began the diplomatic crisis.
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. Franz Ferdinand's death in Sarajevo began the diplomatic crisis.
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What was the role of secret treaties in the lead-up to WWI?
What was the role of secret treaties in the lead-up to WWI?
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They created mistrust and complicated alliances. Hidden agreements created unpredictable obligations and suspicions.
They created mistrust and complicated alliances. Hidden agreements created unpredictable obligations and suspicions.
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What was the significance of the First Balkan War (1912-1913)?
What was the significance of the First Balkan War (1912-1913)?
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It weakened the Ottoman Empire and increased tensions. Regional conflicts destabilized the balance of power in Europe.
It weakened the Ottoman Empire and increased tensions. Regional conflicts destabilized the balance of power in Europe.
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What was the primary aim of Germany's Weltpolitik?
What was the primary aim of Germany's Weltpolitik?
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To gain global influence and power. Germany's bid for world power status challenged established empires.
To gain global influence and power. Germany's bid for world power status challenged established empires.
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Which concept involves glorification and preparedness for war?
Which concept involves glorification and preparedness for war?
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Militarism. Military culture and arms races normalized warfare as policy solution.
Militarism. Military culture and arms races normalized warfare as policy solution.
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What was the impact of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
What was the impact of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
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It led to Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia. Austria-Hungary's ultimatum and declaration triggered the alliance system.
It led to Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia. Austria-Hungary's ultimatum and declaration triggered the alliance system.
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Which empire supported Serbia against Austria-Hungary?
Which empire supported Serbia against Austria-Hungary?
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Russia. Pan-Slavism motivated Russian protection of Slavic Serbia.
Russia. Pan-Slavism motivated Russian protection of Slavic Serbia.
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What was the primary cause of the rivalry between France and Germany?
What was the primary cause of the rivalry between France and Germany?
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The Franco-Prussian War and the loss of Alsace-Lorraine. France sought revenge for its 1870 defeat and territorial loss.
The Franco-Prussian War and the loss of Alsace-Lorraine. France sought revenge for its 1870 defeat and territorial loss.
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Which country's neutrality was violated, prompting Britain to enter WWI?
Which country's neutrality was violated, prompting Britain to enter WWI?
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Belgium. The Schlieffen Plan's violation of Belgian neutrality triggered British entry.
Belgium. The Schlieffen Plan's violation of Belgian neutrality triggered British entry.
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Identify the term for intense national pride and desire for independence.
Identify the term for intense national pride and desire for independence.
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Nationalism. Extreme patriotism drove ethnic groups to seek independence or unity.
Nationalism. Extreme patriotism drove ethnic groups to seek independence or unity.
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What was the main reason for the formation of the Triple Entente?
What was the main reason for the formation of the Triple Entente?
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To counterbalance the power of the Triple Alliance. France, Russia, and Britain united to contain German expansion.
To counterbalance the power of the Triple Alliance. France, Russia, and Britain united to contain German expansion.
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Which nation was the first to declare war in WWI?
Which nation was the first to declare war in WWI?
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Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia. This declaration activated the alliance system and started the war.
Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia. This declaration activated the alliance system and started the war.
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What role did the arms race play in the lead-up to WWI?
What role did the arms race play in the lead-up to WWI?
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It increased tensions and competition among nations. Military buildup created fear and suspicion between rival nations.
It increased tensions and competition among nations. Military buildup created fear and suspicion between rival nations.
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What was the significance of the July Crisis in 1914?
What was the significance of the July Crisis in 1914?
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It was a series of diplomatic events that led to WWI. The assassination response escalated into a continental war through alliances.
It was a series of diplomatic events that led to WWI. The assassination response escalated into a continental war through alliances.
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