World War I Historical Knowledge

Which event led to the withdrawal of Russia from World War I?

• The arrival of American reinforcements

• The signing of the Armistice

• The Russian Revolution of October 1917

• The Treaty of Versailles

When was the Armistice that ended the fighting in World War I signed?

• 1 July 1918

• 11 November 1918

• 15 August 1918

• 28 June 1919

Who was appointed as the commander of all Allied troops in 1918?

• Adolf Hitler

• Emperor Wilhelm II

• General Ludendorff

• General Ferdinand Foch

What was the new political regime in Germany after the abdication of Emperor Wilhelm II?

• Holy Roman Empire

• Nazi Germany

• Weimar Republic

• German Empire

What was the main consequence of the Treaty of Versailles for Germany?

• Received financial aid

• Faced military occupation and economic penalties

• Gained new territories

• Formed new alliances

Which currency became the most used in international trade after World War I?

• Pound Sterling

• German Mark

• French Franc

• US Dollar

Approximately how many people died as a result of the Spanish flu pandemic?

• 10 million

• 50 to 100 million

• 5 million

• 20 million

What was the estimated total number of deaths caused by World War I?

• 30 million

• 20 million

• 10 million

• 40 million

What role did women primarily take on during World War I?

• Diplomats

• Political leaders

• Combat soldiers

• Replaced men in various jobs

What was the purpose of the League of Nations?

• To increase military armaments

• To defend peace and prevent future wars

• To promote secret diplomacy

• To colonize new territories