World War I Introduction

What was Germany and its allies trying to do that led to World War II?

• They tried to expand their borders.

• They tried bringing back national pride.

• The provided more jobs for their citizens.

• They worked with other nations to provide world peace.

Who were Germany's allies at the beginning of World War II?

• China and Japan

• Japan and Italy

• Italy and China

• Great Britain and China

What were Germany and its alliance partners called during World War II?

• The Allies

• The Axis Powers

• The Big Three

• The European Alliance

When did the Allies declare war against Germany?

• When Germany took over parts of Czechoslovakia

• When Germany declared war on Great Britain

• When Germany invaded Poland

• When Germany invaded France

There was a rise in _________, a belief that one's country is superior to all others.

• patriotism

• nationalism

• military rule

• fascism

The leader of Germany was ______________.

• Hitler

• Mussolini

• Stalin

• Hirohito

What is an empire?

• A tall building

• A nation that tries to add to its land by conquest

• A leader that becomes a dictator

• The joining together of multiple nations

Why didn't the European nations confront Hitler when he broke the treaty from World War I?

• They didn't want another war.

• They didn't think the treaty was very important.

• They thought Hitler would attempt to take over their countries.

• They didn't know that Hitler was gaining power.

Mussolini was the leader of what country?

• China

• Russia

• Japan

• Italy

What is one thing Italy, Japan, and Germany had in common?

• They all spoke the same language.

• They all invaded Poland.

• They all built up their military strength.

• They all were allies with the United States.