Cards (25)

    • What policy led to an arms race between European powers before World War I?
      Militarism
    • Which countries were members of the Triple Entente?
      United Kingdom, France, Russia
    • What was the significance of the First Battle of the Marne?
      Prevented German victory
    • During World War I, the economy in the home front saw a boost in manufacturing jobs, war bonds, and rationing
    • The alliance system in Europe before World War I divided the continent into two opposing sides: the Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance.

      True
    • Arrange the four key causes of World War I in order of their relevance to international tensions.
      1️⃣ Militarism
      2️⃣ Alliances
      3️⃣ Imperialism
      4️⃣ Nationalism
    • The First Battle of the Marne in 1914 halted the German advance towards Paris
    • During World War I, propaganda was used to promote patriotism
    • The system of alliances in Europe before WWI divided the continent into two opposing sides: the Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance
    • Nationalism contributed to tensions between nations by fueling the belief in one's national superiority.

      True
    • Which countries were members of the Triple Alliance?
      Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy
    • Which battle is considered one of the bloodiest in history due to heavy casualties?
      Battle of the Somme
    • What was the purpose of propaganda during World War I?
      Promote patriotism
    • Imperialism is the policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force
    • The Triple Alliance included the United Kingdom, France, and Russia.
      False
    • What was the significance of the Battle of Verdun in 1916?
      Symbol of heavy casualties
    • What treaty officially ended World War I in 1919?
      Treaty of Versailles
    • Which policy involved extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force?
      Imperialism
    • Key events and battles of World War I in chronological order
      1️⃣ First Battle of the Marne (1914)
      2️⃣ Battle of Verdun (1916)
      3️⃣ Battle of the Somme (1916)
      4️⃣ Entry of the United States (1917)
      5️⃣ Second Battle of the Marne (1918)
    • The entry of the United States into World War I in 1917 shifted the balance of power in favor of the Allies.
      True
    • Militarism refers to the policy of building up strong military forces for aggressive purposes
    • What is nationalism?
      Belief in national superiority
    • Which countries were members of the Triple Alliance?
      Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy
    • The entry of the United States into World War I in 1917 shifted the balance of power in favor of the Allies.

      True
    • Germany was required to pay substantial war reparations to the Allied powers under the Treaty of Versailles.

      True