Causes WWI

What three European countries signed an alliance known as the Triple Entente?

• Germany, Russia, Italy

• Italy, Austria, Poland

• France, Britain, Russia

• France, Spain, Netherlands

• Austria, Germany, Italy

What is it called when a country expands its influence and power into a large empire?

• Despotism

• Communism

• Socialism

• Imperialism

• Absolutism

What single event triggered the start of World War I?

• The bombing of Pearl Harbor

• The assassination of Archduke Ferdinand

• Germany invaded Poland

• The alliance formed between Germany and Austria

• The death of the Tsar of Russia

Who was Archduke Ferdinand?

• The leader of Germany's armed forces

• The future Tsar of Russia

• The heir to the throne of Austria-Hungary

• The British ambassador to Germany

• The leader of the French government

What country declared war on Serbia at the very start of World War I?

• Germany

• Russia

• Italy

• France

• Austria-Hungary

Which side was the United States on at the start of the war?

• Germany and Austria

• Britain and France

• The United States was neutral at the start of the war

World War I was mostly fought between the countries of what continent?

• Europe

• Africa

• Asia

• North America

• South America

What is the belief that a people who share a common language, history, and culture should constitute an independent nation, free of foreign domination?

• imperialism
• nationalism
• militarism 

What is the belief or desire of a government or people that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests?

• imperialism
• nationalism
• militarism

What is a union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries?

• imperialism
• nationalism
• militarism
• alliances