Unit 5 World War 1 Quiz

Term Definition: The policy of glorifying military power and keeping an army prepared for war.

• Alliance

• Imperialism

• Assassination

• Militarism

Term Definition: a relationship formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries. Military's vowed to protect each other in case of war.

• Imperialism

• Militarism

• Nationalism

• Alliances

Term Definition: Pride and devotion to one's nation and/or country.

• Imperialism

• Nationalism

• Militarism

• Alliances

What major event caused Austria-Hungary to declare war, starting the first World War?

• Russia invaded Germany's Eastern border.

• Italy declared war on Austria-Hungary in 1915

• The Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

• Germany invaded Belgium to attack France

Which country declared war first, officially starting World War 1?

• Russia

• Germany

• Serbia

• Austria-Hungary

Which country switched alliances throughout the war?

• Russia

• Italy

• Germany

• Serbia

What was the Schlieffen Plan? Explain its purpose

Which of the following was NOT true about war along the Western Front?

• Trench Warfare was common

• The Schlieffen plan was successful in defeating France

• Territory did not change much, as it was a Stalemate

• Germany invaded Belgium illegally to attack France away from its defensive trenches.

What battle saved France during World War 1, and ultimately destroyed the Schlieffen Plan?

• The Battle of Tannenberg

• The Battle of Verdun

• The Battle of the Marne

• The Battle of the Somme

What were some of the horrific experiences of Trench Warfare?