World War I

Both Germany and the Allies used airplanes primarily for reconnaissance, which means

"to gain information."

Which is the correct order of countries that joined World War I following Austria-Hungary's declaration of war on Serbia?

1st: Russia 2nd: Germany 3rd: France 4th: Great Britain

The human cost of WWI was

40 million casualties.

Which area of Europe was fought over because its iron and coal deposits were important to industrialization?

Alsace-Lorraine

The chart shows immigration to the United States between 1840 and 1920. Which conclusion does the chart support?

America experienced a major population increase and did not want to disrupt its ethnic diversity by going to war.

The chart shows the casualties faced by the Central Powers. According to the chart, which country had the highest casualty rate in relation to their total forces?

Austria-Hungary

How did the Battle of Verdun and the Battle of the Somme symbolize modern war's destructiveness?

Both battles caused many deaths but achieved very little or no progress for either side.

To end its participation in World War I, Russia negotiated the __________ peace agreement.

Brest-Litovsk

Which of these events occurred first?

Britain blockaded Germany.

Why did the breakup of the Ottoman Empire disrupt the balance of power in Europe?

Ethnic groups began to gain independence.

Which countries supplied weapons to Ethiopians, who were rebelling against Italy?

France and Russia

What countries comprised the Triple Entente?

France, Great Britain, Russia

This chart shows the indirect costs of WWI.

France, Russia, United Kingdom, Germany

Which country resented the number of French and British colonial holdings?

Germany

What countries comprised the Triple Alliance?

Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy

Rising nationalism led to conflict over Alsace-Lorraine between France and

Germany.

What did Austria-Hungary do in 1908 that increased pre-war tensions in Europe?

It annexed Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Every man who really loves America will act and speak in the true spirit of neutrality, which is the spirit of impartiality and fairness and friendliness to all concerned. . . . The United States must be neutral in fact, as well as in name, during these days that are to try men's souls. The passage is from President Woodrow Wilson's Declaration of Neutrality in 1914. How did this speech affect US involvement in World War I?

It caused the US to remain isolated and neutral.

What was an unintended effect of the sinking of the Lusitania?

Nations turned against Germany because of German tactics that caused the deaths of innocent travelers.

At the start of the war, which countries were on the side of the Central Powers? Check all that apply.

Ottoman Empire Austria-Hungary Italy

Which best explains the connection between ethnic diversity in the United States and support for neutrality during World War I?

People in the United States came from many European countries and going to war could affect their homelands.

How did the annexation of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1908 intensify the rivalry between Austria-Hungary and Serbia?

Serbia vowed to take back the annexed territory from Austria-Hungary.

This chart shows the indirect costs of World War I. What is the most likely reason the United Kingdom had the largest shipping losses?

The United Kingdom had the largest navy.

How did the alliance system in Europe most likely contribute to the start of World War I?

The countries in the alliances signed treaties agreeing to defend each other in times of war.

Which best explains the Russian army's near-collapse during World War I?

The country was running low on food, supplies, and ammunition.

How did soldiers adapt to the use of chemical weapons?

They began to wear protective masks and clothing.

What did nations do to increase the size of their armies?

They created conscription programs

What best describes the way in which German colonies became involved in the war?

They had no say in whether they would fight in the war or for which side they would fight.

What best characterizes the trenches dug by the Allies and by Germany?

They were extensive and heavily fortified.

The photo shows Russians protesting in 1917. Which best explains why the Russian people began to speak out against the government during World War I?

They were weary of war and starving as a result of a famine.

The map shows territories held by countries in 1914.

United Kingdom and Russia

The secret message in which Germany asked Mexico to attack the United States was called the

Zimmerman Telegram.

When did Great Britain enter World War I?

after Germany invaded Belgium in order to attack France

By the end of 1917, Russia had exited the war because it had

agreed to a cease-fire with Germany.

How did Russia surprise Germany early in the war?

by mobilizing with great speed and invading Prussia

How did the United States respond when German U-boats sank the Lusitania?

by remaining neutral after Germany agreed to limit submarine warfare

Which created the most resentment among European nations?

countries taking over each other's colonies

The most important reason militarism contributed to growing tensions in Europe was because

countries were less likely to use diplomacy to solve conflict.

In March 1918, Germany launched attacks from the Hindenberg line to

defeat the Allies before reinforcements arrived.

The British blockade prevented

food and raw materials from reaching the Central Powers.

The Russian Revolution resulted in the overthrow of the tsar and the

formation of a communist government.

Where was Gallipoli located?

in the Ottoman Empire

Allied forces experienced high death rates because

many deaths were soldiers and civilians from their colonies.

Why were the Balkans called the "powder keg" of Europe?

many of the Balkans' countries had nationalist independence movements

In 1915, the United States' neutral stance was tested when Germany

sank the passenger ship Lusitania.

A ____________ is a contest in which neither side can win or gain an advantage.

stalement

What was the cause of territorial conflict, diplomatic disagreements, and economic rivalries between nations in Europe?

tension from growing nationalism

What was the name of the German strategy for fighting a two-front war against France and Russia?

the Schlieffen Plan

This chart shows Allied deaths from World War I. Which two countries lost the smallest percentage of their populations?

the US and the UK

By 1914, imperialism had fed into European tensions because of

the high number of European countries competing for colonies all over the world.