World History Topic 7 Test

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How was imperialism a cause of World War I?

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Rivalry over overseas territories increased tensions in Europe.

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How did French nationalism increase tensions in Europe?

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France wanted Alsace and Lorraine, under German control, to be returned to France.

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What is one way in which militarism influenced the nations of Europe prior to World War I?

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Militarism contributed to a European arms race.

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Why was the assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand important?

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It caused Austria-Hungary to declare war on Serbia.

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Germany, France, and Russia were drawn into the war between Austria-Hungary and Serbia as a result of the

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alliance system.

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Trench warfare led to a stalemate on the Western Front because

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it was difficult for either side to launch a successful offensive.

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How did new military technology influence the fighting in World War I?

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It increased the number of casualties.

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What is one way Russia’s lack of industrialization impacted the war?

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Russia lost battles because it was not able to supply its troops effectively.

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What role did women play in the war effort during World War I?

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They worked in war industries, manufacturing weapons and supplies.

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What event in 1917 most benefited the Allies? Options: Germany agreed to end unrestricted submarine warfare., Russia signed the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk., Woodrow Wilson published his Fourteen Points., The United States declared war against Germany.

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The United States declared war against Germany.