World War I Quiz

Message meant to influence the public's opinions

• Propaganda

• Imperialism

• Draft

• Front

Which of the following is an accurate statement about imperialism?

• Imperialism led to the independence of many African nations.

• Germany was pleased with the amount of land they were able to imperialize.

• France and Great Britain were able to imperialize a lot of land, making Germany angry.

• African nations began imperializing Asian nations later.

Why did the Zimmerman Telegram bother Americans?

• Americans did not like that the war was getting closer to them geographically.

• Americans did not like that the Germans were interfering in their trade.

• Americans did not like that they had a German Ambassador.

• Americans were upset with the United States for not protecting them.

What types of ships did German U-Boats attack during World War I?

• Any ship in the war zone.

• Only passenger ships.

• Only supply ships.

• Only British ships.

Which of the following was NOT a reason the trenches smelled extremely bad?

• There were many rotting carcasses.

• The latrines were often overflowing.

• The enemies often threw stink bombs over.

• The soldiers were rarely able to shower.

A war bond that was sold in the US to support the allied cause in WW1

• Propaganda

• Draft

• Liberty Bonds

• Stalemate

On May 7, 1915, a German submarine torpedoed and sank

• the Maine
• The Titanic
• The Lusitania
• The Queen Mary

How did nationalist movements lead to the start of World War I?

• Countries wanted to build their militaries.

• Countries wanted to prove their dominance and power.

• Countries wanted to protect other nations around them.

• Countries wanted to defeat other nations around them.

How were Germans portrayed in the United States propaganda?

• As heroes

• As soldiers

• As barbarians

• As allies

What is the focus of militarism?

• Becoming a strong nation

• Building a powerful military

• Building a strong central government

• Relying on other nations for help