World War I Flashcard

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Explain the role of key weapons in shaping the tactics and outcomes of the war.

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They significantly altered battle strategies and results.

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How was propaganda used in total war effort? What were the different types of propaganda tools?

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Propaganda was used to influence public opinion and morale, using posters, films, and speeches.

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Describe fighting on the Western Front.

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It involved trench warfare and was characterized by stalemates.

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What two events caused the United States to join the war?

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The sinking of the Lusitania and the Zimmermann Telegram.

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Describe the Russian Revolution. What was significant about this event?

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It resulted in the rise of communism and the withdrawal of Russia from the war.

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Who was at the Paris Peace Conference?

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The leaders of the Allied Powers, including the United States, Britain, and France.

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What are the main terms of the Treaty of Versailles?

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It imposed heavy reparations and territorial losses on Germany.

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How can Peace lead to more war?

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Peace treaties can create resentment and economic hardship, leading to future conflicts.

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What were the M.A.I.N. causes of WWI? Options: Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism, Migration, Assassination, Inventions, Naval Attacks, Militarism, Assassination, Imperialism, New Nations

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Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism

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What was the "Spark" that started the war?

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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.