Unit 6 Test

Which of the following was NOT a cause of World War I?

• Militarism

• Alliances

• Nationalism

• Economic competition

What was a characteristic feature of the alliances formed before WWI?

• All alliances were public

• Members agreed to defend each other only in defensive wars

• Members agreed to defend each other in a time of war

• Alliances were formed only after the war started

What was a significant factor contributing to the start of World War I related to Austria-Hungary?

• Economic prosperity

• Many ethnic groups demanding independence

• Alliance with Germany only

• Lack of military power

What event served as the "spark" that ignited World War I?

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand

• The Battle of Marne

• The formation of the League of Nations

What was the primary objective of the Schlieffen Plan as implemented by Germany in World War I?

• Establish a defensive position against Russia

• Invade France through Belgium for a quick victory

• Form an alliance with England

• Initiate a naval blockade against France

Which country was considered the most powerful of the Central Powers during the Two Fronts War?

• Austria-Hungary

• Russia

• France

• Germany

What characterizes the system used in trench warfare?

• Simple and shallow ditches

• Complex system of trenches and tunnels

• Use of lightweight materials for quick mobility

• Aerial strategies dominating over ground operations

What action did President Woodrow Wilson initially take regarding the U.S. stance in the war?

• He declared war immediately.

• He issued the Proclamation of Neutrality.

• He formed an alliance with other nations.

• He resigned from office.

What was the purpose of the League of Nations as envisioned in Wilson's 14 Points?

• To serve as a general association of nations

• To enforce colonial mandates

• To oversee global trade agreements

• To create a world army

What did the Treaty of Versailles require Germany to do regarding its military as part of the disarmament provision?

• Increase its military size

• Maintain its military size

• Become very limited in military capacity

• Completely disband its military