World War I Flashcard

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What was World War I originally called?

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The Great War

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Which of the following was NOT a cause of World War I? Militarism, Nationalism, Imperialism

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Democracy

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What does militarism refer to?

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The growth and glorification of military power

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Which countries formed the Triple Alliance?

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Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy

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What did European countries compete for during the late 1800s?

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Land and natural resources

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What was the Triple Entente?

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An alliance between Great Britain, France, and Russia

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What is imperialism?

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The control of foreign land for trade and power

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How did nationalism contribute to the start of World War I?

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It encouraged people to identify with their nation and defend it.

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Which country was part of the Central Powers during World War I? Options: Great Britain, France, Germany, Russia

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Germany

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How did advances in technology affect European countries before World War I?

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They led to the development of advanced weapons of war