W.30: Causes of WWI

The Schlieffen Plan was formulated by which country?

• France

• Russia

• Germany

• Britain

Fill in the blank: The major alliances before World War 1 were the Triple Entente and the ________.

• A) Axis Powers

• B) Central Powers

• C) Allied Forces

• D) League of Nations

What was the primary purpose of the alliances formed before World War 1?

• To promote global trade

• To provide security and deter potential aggressors

• To establish a world government

• To reduce military spending

What was a significant effect of imperialist rivalries before World War 1?

• Strengthened international cooperation

• Increased competition for colonies

• Decreased military spending

• Promoted disarmament

Fill in the blank: Militarism refers to the belief that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it ________.

• for trade

• for peace

• aggressively to protect its interests

• for cultural exchange

Which of the following was NOT a member of the Central Powers?

• Germany

• Austria-Hungary

• Italy

• France

Fill in the blank: Imperialist rivalries played a significant role in the outbreak of World War 1 due to the competition for ________.

• A) peace treaties

• B) colonies

• C) military bases

• D) trade routes

What was the main reason for the naval arms race between Germany and Great Britain?

• To control trade routes

• To explore new lands

• To establish peace

• To form alliances

Which regions were European powers competing to control during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

• A) Africa and Asia

• B) North and South America

• C) Australia and Antarctica

• D) Europe and Middle East

The rivalry between Germany and Great Britain increased tensions and contributed to a general sense of ______ in Europe.

• peace

• unease

• prosperity

• unity