International Relations in an Age of Uncertainty (1919-1930)

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What was the main aim of U.S. President Wilson's 'Fourteen Points' plan given in January 1918?

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The 14 points plan was more lenient to the central powers of WW1, specifically Germany. They wanted the central powers to be respected in some way even if they were somewhat responsible for WW1. Their plan will clash with the British and French’s plans.

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Why did Lenin want Russia to withdraw from WWI?

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Wanted to focus on establishing a communist regime in Russia and focus on domestic issues.

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The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk (1918) had significant implications. Which of the following was one of them?

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Russia lost a substantial amount of its territory.

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What were the aims of U.S. President Woodrow Wilson as a peacemaker after WWI?

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Avoid secret treaties, free trade among oceans, border recognition, creation of League of Nations, and allow Russia to be independent. (Peace around the globe)

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What were the aims of French Prime Minister George Clemenceau as a peacemaker after WWI?

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To seek revenge on Germany and ensure its military weakness

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What were the aims of British Prime Minister Lloyd George as a peacemaker after WWI?

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To create a fair and lasting peace that would prevent future conflicts

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What were the aims of Italian Prime Minister Orlando as a peacemaker after WWI?

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Gain territory (South Tyrol, Dalmatian Coast, Port of Fiume).

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One of the main problems faced by peacemakers after WWI was:

• Rebuilding war-torn countries
• Managing economic depression
• Dealing with political instability
• Addressing territorial disputes

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Addressing territorial disputes

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Which territories did Germany lose as a result of the Treaty of Versailles 1919?

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Upper Silesia, West Prussia, and Posen to Poland; North Schleswig to Denmark; Danzig became independent; Alsace-Lorraine to France; Eupen and Malmedy to Belgium; South African colonies taken by Britain and France; German colonies in Asia and Pacific given to China and Japan; Saar given to France.

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What region was controlled by the allies after World War I? Options: Rhineland, Alsace-Lorraine, Sudetenland, Silesia

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Rhineland