Causes of World War 1

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What was the name of the Archduke whose assassination sparked the beginning of World War 1?

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Archduke Franz Ferdinand

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Which country was responsible for the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?

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Serbia

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What was the name of the alliance that included Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy?

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Triple Alliance

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Which country was part of the Triple Entente alliance? Options: Russia, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom

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United Kingdom

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What is the term for extending a country's power through diplomacy or military force?

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imperialism

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Which European countries were involved in a race to build the largest and most powerful armies and navies?

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Germany, Britain, and France

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What term refers to the belief that one nation's interests and culture are superior to others?

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Nationalism

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Which country's desire for independence and unity contributed to the tensions in Europe before World War 1?

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Serbia

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What is the term for the aggressive build-up of armed forces to intimidate and threaten other countries?

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militarism

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Which event directly led to the declaration of war between Austria-Hungary and Serbia?

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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria on June 28, 1914.