Causes of World War 1

Why do some countries engage in imperialism?

• Economic interests, racism, and power

• Only economic interests

• Only political competition

• Only cultural motives

What is the Sphere of Influence in imperialism?

• A) A country fully controlled by a foreign power

• B) A country indirectly controlled by a foreign power

• C) A region with exclusive access claimed by a foreign power

• D) A method of control through investment.

What is Direct Control in imperialism?

• A system where the imperial power governs the colony directly through its own officials.

• A system where the local rulers are allowed to maintain their positions of authority and status.

• A form of economic control without direct political governance.

• A method of cultural assimilation without political intervention.

What is Indirect Control in imperialism?

• A) Foreign officials govern directly

• B) Local officials used to control population

• C) Complete self-governance

• D) No foreign influence

Which wars lead up to WWI? (Militarism)

• The Franco-Prussian War and the Balkan Wars

• The American Civil War and the Russian Revolution

• The Industrial Revolution and the French Revolution

• The Napoleonic Wars and the Crimean War

Why did Germany want to prove its strength during the Anglo-German Naval Race 1898-1912?

• To conquer territory in Great Britain

• Attempt to discourage Great Britain from joining potential war

• To defeat the expanding Ottoman Empire

• To prevent Serbia from gaining independence

In response to Germany's actions, what did Britain do in 1908-1909?

• Allied themselves with Germany

• Stopped building ships

• Britain created the dreadnought

• Sold their ships to Germany

What causes imperialism and militarism, according to the nationalism section?

• National pride and competition among nations

• Economic benefits and resource acquisition

• Cultural superiority and spreading civilization

• Political alliances and treaties

What was the consequence of Serbia not accepting the bolded item in the ultimatum?

• Serbia gained independence

• World War I began

• Serbia joined the Allies

• The ultimatum was withdrawn

When did Austria-Hungary declare war on Serbia?

• July 28, 1914

• June 28, 1914

• August 1, 1914

• July 15, 1914