World War I

Front

Which cause of the war saw each of the countries of Europe building up their armies (ground troops, weapons, navy) in a show of force?

Back

Militarism

Answer explanation

Militarism is the cause of the war that involved countries in Europe building up their armies and military capabilities as a demonstration of power, leading to increased tensions and competition among nations.

Front

Which of the following shows Imperialism in action?

Back

Front

A deep-rooted, excessive pride in one's country is better known as

Back

Nationalism

Answer explanation

Nationalism is defined as a deep-rooted, excessive pride in one's country, distinguishing it from concepts like imperialism or militarism, which focus on expansion or military strength.

Front

Many of the countries of Europe were dragged into the war by other countries they supported because of THIS cause.

Back

Alliances

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Alliances' because many European countries entered the war due to their obligations to support allied nations, which escalated the conflict into a larger war.

Front

Which of the following did NOT increase as an early result of the Industrial Revolution?
urbanization,
the size of the middle class,
the length of the average work day,
competition for natural resources

Back

the life expectancy of the average worker

Answer explanation

The life expectancy of the average worker did NOT increase as an early result of the Industrial Revolution. In fact, it often decreased due to harsh working conditions, while urbanization, middle class size, work hours, and resource competition increased.

Front

Imperialism is __________.

Back

when a powerful nation takes control of the economy and government of a weaker nation

Answer explanation

Imperialism is defined as when a powerful nation takes control of the economy and government of a weaker nation, often exploiting its resources and people for the benefit of the stronger nation.

Front

What areas of the world were colonized during the Age of Imperialism? Asia, Oceania (Australia, New Zealand), Africa

Back

All of the Above

Answer explanation

During the Age of Imperialism, various regions were colonized, including Asia, Oceania (Australia, New Zealand), and Africa. Therefore, the correct answer is 'All of the Above' as all these areas experienced colonization.

Front

What was the Berlin Conference?

Back

A meeting of the US and European Nations to partition African lands.

Answer explanation

The Berlin Conference (1884-1885) was a meeting of European nations to divide Africa among themselves, not involving the US or Africans. The correct choice highlights the partitioning of African lands by these nations.

Front

Who was assassinated by a Serbian National and began WWI?

Back

Archduke Franz Ferdinand

Answer explanation

Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated by Gavrilo Princip, a Serbian nationalist, in 1914. This event triggered a series of alliances and conflicts, ultimately leading to the outbreak of World War I.

Front

Which country is Germany?

Back

B

Answer explanation

Germany is represented by the letter 'B' in this context. The other options do not correspond to Germany, making 'B' the correct choice.