History ww1

• What event is considered the tipping point for the war's beginning?

  The execution of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
• How does the complexity of WWI causes compare to WWII?

  WWI causes are more geopolitical and complicated
• What were two constants during the time leading up to WWI?

  Imperialism and nationalism
• What role did individual rulers play in the lead-up to WWI?

  They influenced tensions and alliances
• Who was the ruler of the German Empire during WWI?

  Kaiser Wilhelm II
• What was the relationship between Austria-Hungary and Serbia?

  There were ongoing tensions and conflicts
• What was the composition of the Triple Alliance?

  Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy
• What was the significance of Alsace-Lorraine?

  It was industrially important for Germany
• Why was the Triple Alliance established?

  To fend off aggressive acts by France
• How did Germany's industrial strength affect WWI?

  It surpassed Britain's industrial capabilities
• What did Kaiser Wilhelm II order in the 1890s?

  Building a large German Navy
• What was Britain's response to Germany's naval expansion?

  They sought to maintain naval superiority
• What was the status of Italy in the Triple Alliance?

  It was the weakest and least significant
• What was the purpose of the Triple Alliance's declaration?

  To ensure mutual defense among members
• How did the creation of two alliance systems affect WWI?

  It led to a larger global conflict
• What was the composition of the Triple Entente?

  Britain, France, and Russia
• What was Britain's policy before the turn of the century?

  Isolationism in European politics
• What is the term for Britain's isolationist policy?

  The Splendid Isolation
• What caused Britain to shift from isolationism?

  Agreements regarding colonies in Africa
• What was the Scramble for Africa?

  A shift in colonialism towards Africa
• How did Britain's unique history affect its relationship with Europe?

  It was devoid of revolution and turmoil
• What was the impact of the Russian defeat in 1904?

  It reduced Britain's concern about Russia
• What policy change occurred in Britain at the turn of the century?

  End of splendid isolation
• Why did Britain seek greater alliances with France?

  Due to agreements regarding African colonies
• What is the term for the shift in colonial focus towards Africa?

  Scramble for Africa
• How did Britain's concerns about Russia change after 1904?

  Less concern due to Russia's defeat by Japan
• What war led to Russia's defeat in 1904?

  Russo-Japanese War
• What was the nature of the relationship between Britain and Russia historically?

  Generally cordial, with some conflicts
• When did the Romanov Dynasty end in Russia?

  1918
• What major conflict strained the relationship between Britain and Russia?

  The Crimean War
• What was Britain's main concern regarding Germany in the early 20th century?

  The naval ambitions of Germany
• What was the Triple Entente?

  Alliance between Britain, France, and Russia
• What event in 1870 affected France's relationship with Germany?

  France's defeat in a conflict against Germany
• What did the German Kaiser aim to build in the late 19th century?

  A strong military and industrial force
• How did France respond to Germany's military ambitions?

  By building up its own military and industry
• When did military alliances between France and Russia begin to form?

  As early as 1892
• What was Russia's economic reliance at the turn of the century?

  Primarily on agriculture
• How did Russia's development compare to Western Europe?

  It developed about a hundred years behind
• What cultural differences existed between Russia and Western Europe?

  Art and architecture developed at different paces
• What relationship did Serbia have with Russia?

  Close relationship as Slavic states