HISTORY TEST WW1
What was a direct result of World War I?
Germany lost its colonies in Africa and Asia
The Zimmermann note, which pushed the United States to enter the war, exposed the German plan to
Help Mexico regain U.S. territory
What impact did World War I have on the Great Powers of Europe?
It drained their treasuries and left them economically weaker
How did the Russian Revolution change the course of World War I?
It led to Russia's complete withdrawal from the war
How did the Treaty of Versailles affect post-war Germany?
It left a legacy of bitterness and hatred in the hearts of the German people
Late 19th century Germany pursued a policy of glorifying power and focusing on the needs of its army. This is called:
Militarism
What was a major cause of World War I?
Militarism in the nations of Europe
This statement held appeal for nationalists in areas under colonial control because it suggested
National self-determination
Why was the Balkan region referred to as the "Powder Keg of Europe" prior to World War I?
Nationalistic and imperialistic rivalries were increasing.
One of Woodrow Wilson's 14 Points of Peace was self-determination, or
The right of a people to decide under what form of government they want to live
What took place FIRST?
Archduke Ferdinand Assassinated
Which event is considered the immediate cause of World War I?
Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
Which area of Europe was known as the "Powder Keg" of Europe prior to the outbreak of World War I?
B
Which time period in German history is most accurately represented in this map?
Between World War I and World War II
The term militarism can best be defined as
Buildup of armaments in preparation for war
Which statement regarding World War I is an opinion rather than a fact?
Citizens of the Allied nations showed more patriotism than those of the Central Powers.
The League of Nations created the Mandate System to oversee -
Colonies in the Mideast
The countries in dark gray on this map can best be described as
European countries formed immediately after World War I
World War I was the first example of TOTAL WAR. This means:
Every single national resource was committed to the war effort
Which conclusion is best supported by this telegram?
Nicholas II hoped diplomacy would prevent war
One goal of the League of Nations was to..
Promote peaceful relations worldwide
Before 1914, nationalism in the Balkan Peninsula contributed to
Resistance by ethnic groups to Austrian rule
Heavy military losses in World War I, food and fuel shortages, and opposition to the czar led to the
Russian Revolution
Which of the following nations, created after World War I, were carved out of the Ottoman Empire?
Saudi Arabia, Syria, Iraq
Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points influenced many colonial peoples in Asia and Africa to
Seek self-determination
Which of the following was NOT a cause of World War I?
The Bolsheviks tried to overthrow the Czar of Russia
This cartoonist is referring to the way Germany was affected in 1919 by
The Treaty of Versailles
Which means of warfare is described in this passage?
Trench
Who were the "Big Four" countries that met at the Paris Peace Conference in 1919?
United States, Great Britain, Italy, France
The USA entered World War I as a result of which of the following:
Unrestricted submarine warfare
Which war is most closely associated with the telegram Nicholas II sent to Wilhelm II?
World War I
Many historians believe that the harsh terms found in the Treaty of Versailles helped lead to
World War II
Which concept is represented in these World War I recruiting posters?
nationalism
The Schlieffen Plan for Germany's invasion of France in 1914 failed when:
the Allies defeated the Germans in the First Battle of the Marne.
Could WWI have been prevented? Describe the major causes of WWI and determine which causes could have been avoided and explain how. Give specific examples from your text and work in class to support your position.
yes, it could have been prevented by the following: 1. Tangling alliances escalated local disputes into world wide conflicts. 2. Technology made it possible for nations to consider taking what they want from their neighbors without predictable consequences. Technology supplied much more powerful weapons, transportation systems to supply armies, new means to feed and clothe armies, and communications tools to organize empires. 3. The religious power structure, the decline of many empires, and global political movements caused massive unrest. 4. Discovery of oil and other riches led to an increasing number of conflicts. 5. Europe had a war mentality. Continuous war never resolved anything but fostered decisions to have more wars. This may not sound rational but look at how rare peace was in the 17- 19th centuries. the major causes of WWI: Militarism, the dreadnought, Alliances, Imperialism, unification og the German state, and nationalism