Kaiser Wilhelm departs on vacation. President Poincaré visits Tsar Nicholas II in Russia where there is a military parad

The transcript discusses the vacations of European leaders like Kaiser Wilhelm of Germany and French President Raymond Poincare. It highlights the political atmosphere of the time, with tensions between Austria and Serbia, and the alliances between France and Russia. The narrative captures the leaders' activities and the underlying political dynamics, including the Kaiser's support for Austria's actions against Serbia and Poincare's diplomatic visit to Russia, which strengthens Franco-Russian ties.

What was Kaiser Wilhelm II's mood as he departed for his vacation?

• Angry

• Indifferent

• Delighted

• Anxious

What was the purpose of President Raymond Poincare's trip to Russia?

• To negotiate a trade deal

• To mix business with pleasure

• To attend a military parade

• To sign a peace treaty

How did the public react to Poincare's visit in Russia?

• With enthusiasm

• With indifference

• With skepticism

• With hostility

What action did the Kaiser allegedly take before his cruise?

• He declared war on Serbia

• He signed a peace treaty with Serbia

• He visited Serbia

• He gave Austria carte blanche against Serbia

What was President Poincare's impression of the Russian troops?

• He was enchanted

• He was indifferent

• He was critical

• He was unimpressed