WWI & Russian Revolution Unit Review

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The assassination of which aristocrat was an immediate cause of World War I?

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Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria

Answer explanation

Archduke Franz Ferdinand was the heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne. His assassination in Sarajevo in 1914 by a Serbian nationalist sparked a chain reaction among European alliances that led to World War I. Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia, and allied nations were drawn in due to mutual defense agreements.

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TX.§113.42.C.10.A.

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Which of the following is not considered a correct spelling of the title used for Russian monarchs? Csar, Tsar, Czar, Tzar

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Csar

Answer explanation

"Tsar," "Tzar," and "Czar" are accepted English transliterations of the Russian title for an emperor. "Csar" is not a recognized or historically accurate variant. Understanding spelling variants can help you analyze primary and secondary sources.

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Nationalism in Serbia led to directly to the events that caused which conflict?

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World War I

Answer explanation

Serbian nationalism led to the assassination of Franz Ferdinand, which sparked World War I. Serbian nationalism opposed Austro-Hungarian influence in the Balkans. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand by a Serbian nationalist was a direct expression of nationalist resistance, sparking WWI.

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TX.§113.42.C.10.A.

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Nationalism, Imperialism, Militarism, and Alliances are all what?

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Causes of World War I

Answer explanation

These four long-term causes—summarized as MAIN—created a highly unstable and competitive environment in Europe and places colonized by European countries. Each one contributed to rising tensions that exploded into global war after the assassination in 1914.

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TX.§113.42.C.10.A.

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Which of the MAIN causes of World War I did European leaders think they could use to prevent war and maintain peace before World War I? Options: Alliances, Imperialism, Militarism, Nationalism

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Alliances

Answer explanation

Leaders believed alliances would create a balance of power and prevent war by discouraging aggression—this backfired. Instead, alliances caused countries to be drawn into war rapidly, even if the original conflict did not directly involve them.

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TX.§113.42.C.10.A.

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Which of the following was a purpose of the Triple Entente and Triple Alliance?

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To maintain the balance of power and prevent one power/country from dominating Europe.

Answer explanation

These alliances were formed to create checks on power and prevent one nation from becoming too strong. Ironically, this system backfired and led to widespread war when conflict erupted.

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TX.§113.42.C.10.A.

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What type of warfare is World War I, and especially the Western Front, known for?

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Trench warfare

Answer explanation

WWI is most associated with trench warfare, especially on the Western Front. Soldiers fought for years from deep ditches, often gaining little ground. It caused high casualties and psychological trauma.

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TX.§113.42.C.10.B.

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What is trench warfare?

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Trench warfare is a type of combat in which opposing troops fight from trenches facing each other.

Answer explanation

Trench warfare meant both sides dug trenches that they used to protect and defend themselves against enemy fire and large-scale attacks and as a location from which they could launch attacks from a defended position.

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TX.§113.42.C.10.B.

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What is total war?

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Total war is a conflict in which a nation mobilizes all available resources to destroy the enemy's ability to wage war.

Answer explanation

Total war is when a country uses all of its resources—factories, people, food, etc.—for the war effort, and also targets the enemy’s entire society, not just its military. Civilians, industries, and infrastructure are considered part of the enemy’s war machine and are considered legitimate military targets.

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TX.§113.42.C.10.B.

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The sinking of the Lusitania was a result of what type of warfare by Germany?

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Unrestricted submarine warfare

Answer explanation

Germany used U-boats to sink enemy and neutral ships without warning, including civilian vessels like the Lusitania. This policy, known as unrestricted submarine warfare, violated traditional rules of naval engagement and turned global opinion—especially American—against Germany.

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TX.§113.42.C.10.B.