World War I Flashcard

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What is an alliance?

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A formal agreement between countries to work together

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Armistice

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An agreement to stop fighting

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Isolationism

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A policy of remaining apart from the affairs of other countries

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Militarism

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A belief in building up strong armed forces

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What does it mean to be neutral in a conflict?

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To not take any side

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What is a ration?

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A fixed amount of a commodity allowed to each person

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What was a main cause of World War I?

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Militarism and alliances

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Why did the United States get involved in World War I?

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Due to alliances and attacks on its ships

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What was one effect of World War I on South Carolina?

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It experienced economic growth

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How did World War I affect the United States?

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It caused economic and social changes