World War 1, Global Connections

What was President Woodrow Wilson's view on America's involvement in World War 1?

• He wanted America to remain neutral throughout the war

• He thought America should support Germany in the war

• He took an isolationist view and felt America did not need to be involved

• He believed America should join the war immediately

What was the main reason for France's participation in World War 1?

• To support the British Empire

• To redeem the lost territories of alsace-lorraine

• To gain new territories in Asia

• To protect their colonies in Africa

Why did the British change their perspective on the war during World War 1?

• They realized the Germans were developing new types of naval combat

• They saw their allies in danger and decided to help them

• They felt immediately threatened by the Germans

• They wanted to expand their empire into Europe

What was the main reason for Russia's involvement in World War 1?

• To expand their influence in South America

• To help their Slavic brothers oppressed by the austro-hungarians

• To protect their colonies in the Middle East

• To gain control of the Ottoman Empire

What was the impact of the war on the German population towards the end of World War 1?

• The population became politically powerful

• The population faced starvation and destitution

• The population became wealthy and prosperous

• The population experienced rapid industrial growth

What was the main reason for Germany's militaristic decisions during World War 1?

• To support the independence of the United States

• To counter the alliance of France, Russia, and England

• To protect their colonies in Africa

• To expand their influence in Asia