Italy's Role in World War I

Italy was initially part of the Triple Alliance with Austria-Hungary and Germany, despite historical tensions with Austria-Hungary. Italy made secret deals with France to avoid conflict with Great Britain and France. At the start of WWI, Italy remained neutral, citing the Triple Alliance as a defensive pact. In 1915, Italy negotiated with the Allies, signing the secret Treaty of London, and declared war on Austria-Hungary, contributing to its downfall.

What was the main reason for the awkwardness in the Triple Alliance involving Italy?

• Italy's historical enmity with Austria-Hungary

• Italy's alliance with Russia

• Italy's alliance with France

• Italy's historical enmity with Germany

Which territories were Italian nationalists interested in reclaiming?

• Territories in Germany

• Territories in Austria-Hungary

• Territories in France

• Territories in Russia

In 1902, Italy made a secret agreement with which country?

• Germany

• Austria-Hungary

• France

• Russia

What was Italy's stance towards Great Britain in the Triple Alliance?

• Italy had an exception to not be at war with Great Britain

• Italy was allied with Great Britain

• Italy was neutral towards Great Britain

• Italy wanted to be at war with Great Britain

Why did Italy decide to stay neutral at the beginning of World War I?

• Italy was allied with the United States

• Italy was not prepared for war

• The Triple Alliance was a defensive pact and the other members were being offensive

• Italy had a secret pact with Russia

What was the main reason Italy gave for not being bound to the Triple Alliance in 1914?

• The alliance was offensive, not defensive

• Italy had a secret pact with Russia

• Italy was not ready for war

• Italy was allied with the United States

What was the significance of the Treaty of London for Italy?

• It was a secret agreement with the Triple Alliance

• It was a public declaration of war

• It was a peace treaty with Austria-Hungary

• It was a secret agreement with the Triple Entente

What was Italy negotiating for with the Allies in 1915?

• A peace treaty

• A trade agreement

• Territorial gains from Austria-Hungary

• An alliance with Germany

On what date did Italy declare war on Austria-Hungary?

• June 1, 1915

• May 3, 1915

• April 26, 1915

• May 23, 1915

How did Italy's entry into the war affect Austria-Hungary?

• It played a major role in Austria-Hungary's downfall

• It had no effect

• It strengthened Austria-Hungary

• It led to a peace treaty