World War 1

• What is an alliance?


  An alliance is an agreement between two or more parties.
• What does an alliance signify between parties?


  It signifies an agreement to stand together.
• In what context is the term "alliance" most often used?


  It is most often used in the context of war.
• What do we call countries that make an alliance during a war?

  Allies.
• What can an alliance potentially lead to?


  An alliance can potentially lead to conflict.
• What does the term "mini-war" imply in the context of alliances?


  It implies a conflict arising from the tensions between different alliances.
• What is one historical example of an alliance leading to conflict?

  The First World War is often called "The War of the Allies."
• What is meant by "tension" in the context of alliances?


  Tension refers to animosity or negative feelings between people or countries.
• What is an arms race?


  An arms race is competition between opposing countries to obtain more weapons than the others.
• What does "assassinate" mean?


  Assassinate means an intentional murder of someone usually for political reasons.
• Who is referred to as the heir to the throne?


  The heir to the throne is the next in line to ascend the throne.
• What are allied forces also called?

  Allied forces are also called the Triple Agreement.
• What are neutral forces?


  Neutral forces are not connected to other alliances.
• What is nationalism?


  Nationalism is the love for one's country and pride in its way of life, flag, and culture.
• How does nationalism affect people's feelings towards their country?


  It makes people feel proud and committed to their country.
• How did nationalism contribute to tensions between countries?


  Nationalism contributed to tensions by causing people to feel pride and devotion, leading to conflicts.
• What historical event did nationalism lead to before 1914?

  Nationalism led to the Balkan uprisings before 1914.
• What were the long-term causes of World War I?


  Conflict and tensions built up between different powers of Europe over the previous 40 years.
• What did countries want in terms of wealth and power before World War I?


  Countries wanted to be better than each other in terms of wealth and power.
• How did countries prepare for potential conflict before World War I?


  Countries expanded their military and naval forces and formed alliances.
• What was the impact of the alliance system on World War I?


  The alliance system forced all the countries into a world war.
• What was conscription and how did it affect people before World War I?


  Conscription arose for the first time, causing some people to refuse to have anything to do with the war.
• What are the four main causes of World War I and their consequences?

  1. Nationalism:

  • Pride and commitment to one's country
  • Leads to tensions between countries

  1. Colonization & Empires:

  • Competition for colonies
  • Division of Europe into armed camps

  1. Control of Sea:

  • Britain had the strongest fleet
  • Arms race for naval power

  1. Industrial Economies:

  • Economic competition and frustration
  • Challenge to Britain's economic dominance
• What was the British Empire known for before World War I?


  The British Empire was the largest and richest in the world.
• What was Kaiser Wilhelm II's ambition regarding the navy?


  Kaiser Wilhelm II wanted a more powerful fleet than Britain.
• What were Dreadnoughts?


  Dreadnoughts were large battleships built by Britain.
• Why did Britain expand their fleet before World War I?


  To keep ahead of the Germans.
• What caused tensions during the Scramble for Africa?


  The competition for resources and colonies caused tensions and rivalry.
• What was the economic situation of the Russian Empire before World War I?


  The Russian Empire was weak, with most people being poor and uneducated.
• What was the relationship between Queen Victoria, Kaiser Wilhelm II, and Tsar Nicholas II?


  They were cousins, and their relationships became strained after Queen Victoria's death.
• What was the Balkan Crisis?


  The Balkan Crisis involved the Balkan Alliance rebelling against the Ottoman Empire.
• What was the outcome of the First Balkan War in 1912?


  The Balkan countries won and divided the conquered territory among themselves.
• What triggered the Second Balkan War in 1913?


  Bulgaria argued with other Balkan countries over territorial claims.
• What was the immediate cause of World War I?

  The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.
• Who was Gavrilo Princip?


  Gavrilo Princip was a 19-year-old Serb and a member of "The Black Hand" who assassinated the Archduke.
• What was Princip's motive for the assassination?


  He was a Serbian Nationalist wanting revenge for the Serbian people.
• Why did Austria-Hungary declare war on Serbia?


  Austria-Hungary blamed the Serbian government for the assassination and demanded compensation.
• How did the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand lead to World War I?


  It led to a chain reaction of alliances being activated, resulting in a world war.
• What does the cartoon "Serbia must die!" illustrate?


  It illustrates a prejudice against Serbia and sympathy for Austria-Hungary.
• What was the relationship between the Kaiser and the Tsar?


  The Kaiser and the Tsar were cousins, but their relationship became strained.