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WorksheetsGreat War
Total questions: 116
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1.
How did a variety of factors lead to the start of a world war?
a)
National pride resulting from unification of Germany, the sense of competition among European nations that resulted from imperialism, the capability that resulted from years of extensive war preparations and a series of alliances among European countries caused a two nation conflict to quickly spread to the rest of Europe.
b)
National pride resulting from unification of Germany, the sense of cooperation among European nations that resulted from imperialism, the capability that resulted from years of extensive war preparations and a lack of alliances among European countries caused a two nation conflict to quickly spread to the rest of Europe.
c)
National shame resulting from unification of Germany, the sense of competition among European nations that resulted from imperialism, the capability that resulted from years of extensive war preparations and a lack of alliances among European countries caused a two nation conflict to quickly spread to the rest of Europe.
d)
National shame resulting from unification of Germany, the sense of cooperation among European nations that resulted from imperialism, the inability to make war due to years of destroying weapons and a series of alliances among European countries caused a two nation conflict to quickly spread to the rest of Europe.
2.
the belief that the government of a country should create and maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it to promote national interests
a)
Militarism
b)
Neutrality
c)
Rationing
d)
Stalemate
3.
an agreement between two parties, typically countries, to support each other in disputes or military conflict
a)
Alliance
b)
Sussex Pledge
c)
Liberty Bond
d)
Arms race
4.
the domination of weak nations by stronger ones, resulting in the creation of empires
a)
Imperialism
b)
Nationalism
c)
Sovereignty
d)
Neutrality
5.
devotion to one’s nation
a)
Nationalism
b)
Imperialism
c)
Sovereignty
d)
Neutrality
6.
a competition, typically between countries, where the goal is to develop and accumulate superior weapons, both in capability and quantity
a)
Arms race
b)
Rationing
c)
Reparations
d)
Assassination
7.
the murder or killing of a person who is generally prominent in society and has significant influence, whether in politics, industry or some other important field
a)
Assassination
b)
Persecute
c)
Pandemic
d)
Draft
8.
What act set of the chain of events that began the world war?
a)
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand (heir apparent to the Austro-Hungarian throne) in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914
b)
The assassination of Kaiser Wilhelm (heir apparent to the German throne) in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914
c)
The sinking of the SS Sussex in the English Channel on June 28, 1914
d)
The sinking of the RMS Lusitania in the Atlantic Ocean on June 28, 1914
9.
Which of the following countries were Allied powers? (check all that apply)
a)
France
b)
Great Britain
c)
Russia
d)
Serbia
e)
Germany
10.
Which of the following countries were part of the Central Powers? (check all that apply)
a)
Germany
b)
Ottoman Empire
c)
Austria-Hungary
d)
France
e)
Serbia
11.
How were German Americans persecuted during the Great War?
a)
German Americans were persecuted during the Great War. The German language was eliminated in many parts of society. Streets, foods, and people with German names saw themselves rebranded with non-German names. Culturally German elements such as songs were banned, and German Americans were confronted with violence.
b)
German Americans were persecuted during the Great War. The German Americans were rounded up by the police and placed into concentration camps run by the military. They could only take a small amount of personal belongings with them, and most of their houses were looted by others while they were gone. They were forced to live in these camps until the end of the war.
c)
German Americans were persecuted during the Great War. The German Americans were rounded up by the police and placed into concentration camps run by the military. They could only take a small amount of personal belongings with them, and most of their houses were looted by others while they were gone. Hundreds of thousands of German Americans were killed in the genocide that occurred in the camps.
d)
German Americans were persecuted during the Great War. All German-American men between 18 and 25 years of age were rounded up and forced to serve in the military. Due to the concern that they would be sympathetic to the Germans of their homeland, they were sent to fight against the Turks in Arabia.
12.
the state or policy of being neutral, particularly not participating in war
a)
Neutrality
b)
Nationalism
c)
Rationing
d)
Sovereignty
13.
to pursue with harassing or oppressive treatment, especially because of religious or political beliefs, ethnic or racial origin
a)
Persecute
b)
Militarism
c)
Rationing
d)
Reparations
14.
What events led to the United States entering the Great War?
a)
Americans had become increasingly frustrated with German submarines sinking ships, including after the Sussex Pledge, when the Germans had promised to stop sinking ships without warning. In addition to the breaking of the pledge, Americans were infuriated by the revelation that Germany was trying to recruit Mexico to attack the United States.
b)
Americans had become increasingly frustrated with British submarines sinking ships, including after the Sussex Pledge, when the British had promised to stop sinking ships without warning. In addition to the breaking of the pledge, Americans were infuriated by the revelation that Great Britain was trying to recruit Mexico to attack the United States.
c)
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand (heir apparent to the Austro-Hungarian throne) in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914
d)
The assassination of Kaiser Wilhelm (heir apparent to the German throne) in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914
15.
A submarine, a weapon first used with large scale success in the Great War
a)
U-Boat
b)
Zeppelin
c)
Tank
d)
Sussex Pledge
16.
A promise made by the German government stating that U-boats would warn ships before attacking
a)
Sussex Pledge
b)
Zimmerman Note
c)
Liberty Bond
d)
Convoy
17.
A secret German diplomatic communication sent to the Ambassador of Germany in Mexico, proposing an alliance between those two countries
a)
Zimmerman Note
b)
Sussex Pledge
c)
Liberty Bond
d)
Draft
18.
Why were submarine attacks so successful?
a)
There was no defense against the submarine, which could go undetected nearly anywhere in the ocean.
b)
The submarines were heavily armored, and could not be damaged by even the largest guns on other ships.
c)
The guns mounted on submarines could shoot much further than other naval guns of the era, so other ships could not get within range before they were destroyed.
d)
There was no defense against the submarine, which flew high above the battlefield in the clouds.
19.
Why did German submarine warfare upset Americans so much?
a)
Targets were not warned before the attack, and Americans felt this was uncivilized.
b)
Targets were warned before the attack, but Americans felt the boats were dirty and uncivilized.
c)
Submariners were illegal, and had been banned by the Hague Convention in 1907.
d)
Submarines were often ineffective, and their victims suffered, but did not die.
20.
How did the sinking of the Lusitania impact American public opinion of Germany?
a)
The sinking of the Lusitania further lowered American public opinion of the Germans, as 128 Americans were among the almost 1,200 who died when the ship sank in 18 minutes.
b)
The sinking of the Lusitania improved American public opinion of the Germans, as Americans sympathized with them because of the 1,200 Germans who died when the ship sank in 18 minutes.
c)
The sinking of the Lusitania further lowered American public opinion of the Germans, as 1,200 Americans died when the ship sank in 18 minutes.
d)
The sinking of the Lusitania improved American public opinion of the Germans, as Americans understood the Germans were taking revenge for the sinking of the BIsmark, which killed 1,200 Germans.
21.
What prompted (led to) the Sussex Pledge?
a)
After the sinking of the French passenger ship Sussex, the United States threatened to cut diplomatic ties with Germany.
b)
After the sinking of the French passenger ship Sussex, the United States threatened to cut diplomatic ties with Great Britain.
c)
After the sinking of the American passenger ship Sussex, the United States threatened to cut diplomatic ties with France.
d)
After the sinking of the French passenger ship Sussex, France threatened to cut diplomatic ties with Germany.
22.
What intention related to the Sussex Pledge did the Germans communicate in the Zimmerman Note?
a)
The Germans would resume unrestricted submarine warfare on February 1st.
b)
The Germans had never actually stopped unrestricted submarine warfare.
c)
The Germans would stop unrestricted submarine warfare on February 1st.
d)
The Germans would bring their submarines back into port and cease using them for the duration of the war.
23.
In the event that Germany went to war with the United States, what proposals did the Germans intend to make to Mexico? (check all that apply)
a)
The Germans intended to propose an alliance with Mexico
b)
for Mexico to reconquer Texas, New Mexico and Arizona
c)
provide generous financial support
d)
Germany would send troops to Mexico
e)
Germany's navy would attack the east coast of the United States
24.
How were Liberty Bonds and the rationing of supplies used to support the war effort?
a)
Liberty bonds provided the government the money they needed to fight the war immediately, while rationing encouraged people to conserve food and other valuable materials that were needed for the war effort.
b)
Liberty bonds encouraged people to conserve food and other valuable materials that were needed for the war effort, while rationing provided the government the money they needed to fight the war immediately.
c)
Liberty bonds provided the government the money they needed to fight the war immediately, while rationing encouraged people to waste food and other valuable materials that were needed for the war effort.
d)
Liberty bonds encouraged people to waste food and other valuable materials that were needed for the war effort, while rationing provided the government the money they needed to fight the war immediately.
25.
a financial note issued during the Great War by the U.S. Government, whereas the purchaser pays the government and receives the note, which is a promise of repayment in the future
a)
Liberty Bond
b)
Zimmerman Note
c)
Reparations
d)
Rationing
26.
the limit of certain supplies available to the public, in order to save them for the general good, such as the war effort
a)
Rationing
b)
Reparations
c)
Draft
d)
Pandemic
27.
According to Adams County in the World War, what benefit did individual Americans gain from liberty bonds?
a)
Each American gained the opportunity to do their part in waging the war against autocracy.
b)
Liberty bonds gave each American the opportunity to fight in the military against autocracy.
c)
Each American gained the opportunity to make an usually large amount of money at the government's expense.
d)
Each American gained the opportunity to save food and other important resources for the war.
28.
Why were bonds within the liberty loan program important for the U.S. government?
a)
Liberty bonds provided a significant amount of the financing that would pay for the war.
b)
Liberty bonds provided food and other valuable materials to the government.
c)
Liberty bonds provided the men that were needed to serve in the military and fight the war.
d)
Liberty bonds provided a significant amount of the financing that would pay for a new national road system.
29.
What was the total amount of bonds purchased in the Upper Adams area during the war according to the chart (to the nearest thousand dollars)?
a)
$813,000
b)
$81,000
c)
$8,130,000
d)
$8,000
30.
What was the general trend from the second loan through the fourth loan in terms of how many dollars of bonds were purchased in the Upper Adams area?
a)
The amount purchased increased with each loan in each banking district in Upper Adams during that time period.
b)
The amount purchased decreased with each loan in each banking district in Upper Adams during that time period.
c)
The amount purchased remained the same for each loan in each banking district in Upper Adams during that time period.
d)
The amount purchased increased with each loan in some banking districts in Upper Adams during that time period but decreased in other banking districts in Upper Adams.
31.
Why were America’s allies in Europe facing starvation?
a)
Farms had either been transformed into battlefields or had been left to languish as agricultural workers were forced into warfare, and disruptions in transportation made the distribution of imported food extremely challenging.
b)
Farms had been hit hard by a blight that killed many of their crops. With ongoing warfare, disruptions in transportation made the distribution of imported food extremely challenging.
c)
Farms in Great Britain had their fields intentionally burned by German soldiers during the invasion of the islands.
d)
Submarine warfare had made fishing nearly impossible, and America's allies in Europe were almost completely dependent upon fish as their primary source of food.
32.
What was the purpose of the U.S. Food Administration?
a)
The purpose of the U.S. Food Administration was to manage the wartime supply, conservation, distribution and transportation of food.
b)
The sole purpose of the U.S. Food Administration was to inspect processing facilities for safety and cleanliness in response to Upton Sinclair's The Jungle.
c)
The sole purpose of the U.S. Food Administration was to distribute food to U.S. military personnel.
d)
The purpose of the U.S. Food Administration was to manage the wartime waste, destruction and elimination of food.
33.
What types of diet changes were encouraged to save food during the Great War?
a)
Citizens were encouraged to reduce their personal consumption of meat, wheat, fats and sugar. Slogans such as “Food will win the war” compelled people to avoid wasting precious groceries and encouraged them to eat a multitude of fresh fruits and vegetables, which were too difficult to transport overseas. Likewise, promotions such as “Meatless Tuesdays” and “Wheatless Wednesdays” implored Americans to voluntarily modify their eating habits in order to increase shipments to the valiant soldiers defending our freedom.
b)
Citizens were encouraged to reduce their personal consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables. Slogans such as “Food will win the war” compelled people to avoid wasting precious groceries and encouraged them to eat a multitude of meat, wheat, fats and sugar, which were too difficult to transport overseas. Likewise, promotions such as “Fruit free Tuesdays” and “No Vegetable Wednesdays” implored Americans to voluntarily modify their eating habits in order to increase shipments to the valiant soldiers defending our freedom.
c)
Citizens were encouraged to increase their personal consumption of meat, wheat, fats and sugar on certain days of the week. Slogans such as “Food will win the war” compelled people to avoid wasting precious groceries most of the week. Likewise, promotions such as “Meaty Tuesdays” and “Wheat Filled Wednesdays” implored Americans to voluntarily modify their eating habits in order to increase shipments to the valiant soldiers defending our freedom on the weekend.
d)
Citizens were encouraged to increase their personal consumption of meat, wheat, fats and sugar. Slogans such as “Only bullets win the war” compelled people to eat more food so they had the energy to work 16 hour days in the factories, which were producing war materials in overdrive. Likewise, promotions such as “Meaty Tuesdays” and “Wheat Filled Wednesdays” implored Americans to ensure they got plenty to eat during the work week.
34.
What types of skills were taught to help with conservation during the Great War?
a)
Local food boards were established to offer guidance, canning demonstrations and recipes with suitable replacements for the provisions that had become so limited.
b)
Local food boards were established to offer guidance in crop selection and planting. Plowing and irrigation demonstrations helped tens of throusands of people who were new to farming be successful.
c)
Local food boards were established to offer guidance in butchering. Knife selection classes, and skinning demonstrations helped tens of thousands of people who were new to farming be successful.
d)
Local food boards were established to offer guidance on skipping meals, cutting portions, and how to survive on only cabbage and potatoes.
35.
Who was credited with the American conservation effort during the Great War, being called the “Great Humanitarian”?
a)
Herbert Hoover was credited with the conservation effort.
b)
Woodrow Wilson was credited with the conservation effort.
c)
Theodore Roosevelt was credited with the conservation effort.
d)
William Howard Taft was credited with the conservation effort.
36.
What was the difference between conservation efforts during World War I and World War II?
a)
During World War I, conservation in America was a voluntary effort. In World War II, the conservation was mandatory and enacted through specific restrictions, including the use of ration coupons, vouchers or stamps.
b)
During World War II, conservation in America was a voluntary effort. In World War I, the conservation was mandatory and enacted through specific restrictions, including the use of ration coupons, vouchers or stamps.
c)
During World War I, conservation in America was very focused on meat, milk and cheese. In World War II, the conversation effort was much more broad and effected virtually all food products.
d)
During World War I, conservation in America was very focused on fruits and vegetables. In World War II, the conversation effort was much more broad and effected virtually all food products.
37.
How did the United States use the draft and convoys to prepare for war?
a)
The United States used the draft in order to gather the men that it needed to fight the war. Once trained, the convoy system was used to transport those men to the battlefields of Europe.
b)
The United States used the draft in order to raise the money that it needed to fight the war. Once materials were purchased, the convoy system was used to transport those materials to the battlefields of Europe.
c)
The United States used the draft in order to gather the weapons that it needed to fight the war. Once gathered, the convoy system was used to transport those weapons to the battlefields of Europe.
d)
The United States used the draft in order to gather the food that it needed to fight the war. Once gathered, the convoy system was used to transport this food to the battlefields of Europe.
38.
the conscription, or mandatory recruitment of citizens to serve as soldiers
a)
Draft
b)
Rationing
c)
Arms race
d)
Pandemic
39.
groups of unarmed ships carrying supplies that were protected by destroyers, torpedo boats and other armed naval vessels
a)
Convoy
b)
U-Boat
c)
Reparations
d)
Zeppelin
40.
How many enlisted men and National Guardsmen were in the United States armed forces when the U.S. entered the Great War?
a)
When the United States entered the Great War, there were 120,000 enlisted men and 80,000 National Guardsmen in the armed forces.
b)
When the United States entered the Great War, there were 240,000 enlisted men and 120,000 National Guardsmen in the armed forces.
c)
When the United States entered the Great War, there were 800,000 enlisted men and 200,000 National Guardsmen in the armed forces.
d)
When the United States entered the Great War, there were 1,200,000 enlisted men and 800,000 National Guardsmen in the armed forces.
41.
What was the purpose of the Selective Service Act?
a)
The Selective Service Act authorized a draft to bring young men into the military.
b)
The Selective Service Act authorized the drafting of liberty bonds to support the military.
c)
The Selective Service Act authorized the purchase of ships for convoys.
d)
The Selective Service Act authorized the purchase of weapons for the military.
42.
Why was the draft for the Great War much more successful than the draft for the Civil War?
a)
The draft was widely accepted because many believed this would be the war to end all wars.
b)
The draft was much more efficiently operated by a private corporation, instead of the government.
c)
The draft was widely accepted because of a public desire to get even with Great Britain.
d)
The draft was much more efficiently operated due to the development of computers.
43.
How would you describe the people who are being registered for the draft?
a)
They were men between the ages of 21 and 31; the registration included people of multiple races, although most are identified as white, reflecting the population of Adams County at that time. Registrations in each area of the country would have reflected the racial composition of the local area.
b)
They were men between the ages of 18 and 21; the registration included people of multiple races, although most are identified as white, reflecting the population of Adams County at that time. Registrations in each area of the country would have reflected the racial composition of the local area.
c)
They were men between the ages of 21 and 31; the registration included people of multiple races, although most are identified as African American, reflecting the population of Adams County at that time. Registrations in each area of the country would have reflected the racial composition of the local area.
d)
They were men between the ages of 18 and 21; the registration included people of multiple races, although most are identified as African American, reflecting the population of Adams County at that time. Registrations in each area of the country would have reflected the racial composition of the local area.
44.
Compare the number of men called upon to be examined with the number requesting exemptions (to not serve for a given reason). How would you describe the ratio of men who claimed exemption compared to the total to be examined?
a)
With 1,558 men requesting exemption from service out of 2,441 called, more than half of the men available from 21 to 31 are requesting an exemption.
b)
With 1,558 men requesting exemption from service out of 2,441 called, about 1/3 of the men available from 21 to 31 are requesting an exemption.
c)
With 558 men requesting exemption from service out of 2,441 called, about 1/5 of the men available from 21 to 31 are requesting an exemption.
d)
With 558 men requesting exemption from service out of 2,441 called, more than half of the men available from 21 to 31 are requesting an exemption.
45.
After the examination process was completed, how many men in Adams County were registered, and how many of those were in Class I, meaning they were immediately available for service?
a)
The process concluded with 2,428 (of the original 2,441) registered and examined. Of those, 276 men were classified as Class 1, claiming no exemption.
b)
The process concluded with 1,558 (of the original 2,441) registered and examined. Of those, 276 men were classified as Class 1, claiming no exemption.
c)
The process concluded with 1,558 (of the original 2,438) registered and examined. Of those, 276 men were classified as Class 1, claiming no exemption.
d)
The process concluded with 2,428 (of the original 2,441) registered and examined. Of those, 1,558 men were classified as Class 1, claiming no exemption.
46.
Based upon the paragraph above from Adams County in the World War detailing the outcome of the classification, what was the classification of this man, and what does that classification tell us about him?
a)
Mr. Herring is classified as 4A, which tells us that he had a dependent wife and children.
b)
Mr. Herring is classified as 4A, which tells us that he was a farm laborer.
c)
Mr. Herring is classified as 4A, which tells us that he was a farm manager.
d)
Mr. Herring is classified as 4A, which tells us that he was in the ministry.
47.
After gathering and training soldiers, what was the primary challenge in actually getting the United States involved in the war in Europe in 1917?
a)
The United States military did not have the equipment to transport the men to Europe.
b)
The United States soldiers were too afraid to fight, and did not want to travel to Europe.
c)
The United States could not produce enough ammunition to supply its soldiers to fight the war in Europe.
d)
The German military was reluctant to accept help from the United States.
48.
How did the United States Army make up for the fact that it did not own enough ships at the onset of the Great War?
a)
The government hired private ships to be operated by the U.S. Army.
b)
The government seized private ships with force to be operated by the U.S. Army.
c)
The government captured enemy ships from Germany, which it used to haul American troops.
d)
The government built massive numbers of ships, mostly out of concrete.
49.
What system was used to attempt to protect the transport ships as they crossed the Atlantic during the Great War?
a)
The convoy system used armed ships to protect the transports carrying troops and equipment.
b)
The draft system used armed ships to protect the transports carrying troops and equipment.
c)
The bond system used armed ships to protect the transports carrying troops and equipment.
d)
The selective service system used armed ships to protect the transports carrying troops and equipment.
50.
How did trench warfare lead to a stalemate in the Great War?
a)
Trench warfare led to a stalemate in the Great War because neither side could gain an advantage. Defending a trench was much easier than attacking a trench. When either side went on the offensive, many of their soldiers would be killed in the attack, usually with no gain of territory or advantage.
b)
Trench warfare led to a stalemate in the Great War because neither side could gain an advantage. Attacking a trench was much easier than defending a trench. When either side went on the offensive, many of their soldiers would be killed in the attack, usually with no gain of territory or advantage.
c)
Trench warfare led to a stalemate in the Great War because the British constantly had the advantage. Defending a trench was much easier than attacking a trench. With the Germans always on the offensive, many of their soldiers would be killed in the attack, usually with no gain of territory or advantage.
d)
Trench warfare led to a stalemate in the Great War because the Germans constantly had the advantage. Defending a trench was much easier than attacking a trench. With the British always on the offensive, many of their soldiers would be killed in the attack, usually with no gain of territory or advantage.
51.
a long narrow ditch, in this case used to take shelter from enemy gunfire or attack
a)
Trench
b)
Draft
c)
Tank
d)
Neutrality
52.
a situation in which neither side is able to gain the advantage
a)
Stalemate
b)
Convoy
c)
Pandemic
d)
Assassination
53.
When soldiers were in the front trench during the Great War, where would they sleep?
a)
Soldiers would sleep on the fire step.
b)
Soldiers would sleep in dugouts.
c)
Soldiers would sleep in front of the trench.
d)
Soldiers would sleep in the bottom of the trench.
54.
When would soldiers in the trenches during the Great War typically sleep?
a)
During the day
b)
During the night
c)
When they rotated out of the trench
d)
They were not able to sleep at all
55.
Why was a four trench system used during the Great War?
a)
The four trench system allows for the soldiers to have periods of rest in the rear trenches. While in the front line trench, soldiers must be constantly aware of the enemy and prepared for an attack. Likewise, while in the front line trench, soldiers may be ordered themselves to attack the enemy.
b)
The four trench system allowed commanders to commit their most reliable soldiers to the front line trench, while holding less reliable troops in the rear trenches, to be used only in the case of an emergency. While in the front line trench, soldiers may be ordered to attack the enemy, and only the best soldiers were suitable for the task.
c)
The four trench system allowed commanders to commit their least reliable soldiers to the front line trench, while holding more reliable troops in the rear trenches, to be used only in the case of an emergency. While in the front line trench, soldiers may be ordered to attack the enemy, and only the worst soldiers were to be sacrificed for the task.
d)
The four trench system allows for the soldiers to have periods of rest in the front trench. While in the rear trenches, soldiers must be constantly aware of the enemy and prepared for an attack. Likewise, while in the rear trenches, soldiers may be ordered themselves to attack the enemy.
56.
What were the conditions like in trenches during the Great War?
a)
The conditions in the trenches were miserable. They were often wet and muddy, and filled with the smells from dead and dying people or animals on the battlefield.
b)
The conditions in the trenches were generally pleasant. They had boards on the bottom to keep the men's feet dry, and roofs to keep them sheltered from the rain.
c)
The conditions in the trenches were miserable. Dead and dying men were simply left in the trenches, and they filled with foul odors and spreading disease.
d)
The conditions in the trenches were generally pleasant. They had roofs to keep them sheltered from the rain, and heaters to keep them warm in the winter.
57.
Why did the slaughter that resulted from trench warfare not make sense?
a)
While the conditions in the trenches were relatively safe, when going on the offensive, soldiers making the attack on the opponent's trench were usually killed in large numbers. Most of the time neither side gained an advantage, and simply attacked each other over and over with no change.
b)
While the conditions in the trenches were relatively safe, when going on the offensive, soldiers making the attack on the opponent's trench were rarely killed in large numbers. They should have easily gained an advantage, and simply continued attacking.
c)
While the conditions in the trenches were relatively dangerous, when going on the offensive, soldiers making the attack on the opponent's trench were completely safe from injury and death. They should have kept attacking and avoided being in the trenches.
d)
While the conditions in the trenches were relatively dangerous, when going on the offensive, soldiers making the attack on the opponent's trench were rarely killed. They should have kept attacking and avoided being in the trenches.
58.
How did technological advances impact soldiers and change warfare during the Great War?
a)
Technological advances changed warfare significantly, with the introduction of aircraft, armored tanks, poison gas and long-range railway mounted artillery. Many of the technological changes during this era led to increasing numbers of injuries and deaths among soldiers.
b)
Technological advances changed warfare significantly, with the introduction of aircraft, armored tanks, poison gas and long-range railway mounted artillery. Many of the technological changes during this era led to decreasing numbers of injuries and deaths among soldiers.
c)
Technological advances did little change warfare significantly, with most improvements being focused on non-military equipment. The military did benefit from medical advances that greatly improved the survival rates of wounded soldiers.
d)
Technological advances changed warfare significantly, with the introduction of spacecraft, faster tanks, nuclear weapons and long-range missiles. Many of the technological changes during this era led to increasing numbers of injuries and deaths among soldiers.
59.
the name commonly used to describe airships, due to the role of Count Von Zeppelin in their development
a)
Zeppelin
b)
U-Boat
c)
Tank
d)
Gas
60.
a heavily armored vehicle that typically uses two tracks to move; weapons mounted include one or more large guns similar to an artillery piece and often smaller automatic weapons
a)
Tank
b)
U-Boat
c)
Railway Gun
d)
Pandemic
61.
in the Great War, a term used to describe any one of a number of chemicals that were used as weapons to cause irritation, blistering, or other harmful effects to soldiers
a)
Gas
b)
Zeppelin
c)
Pandemic
d)
Tank
62.
a large diameter artillery piece, often the type that would normally be mounted on a battleship, mounted onto a heavy railroad car or cars; the weapon was capable of shooting shells several miles
a)
Railway Gun
b)
U-Boat
c)
Tank
d)
Zeppelin
63.
At the beginning of the Great War, who controlled what is now the Gettysburg National Military Park, and how did they choose to use it during the war?
a)
The Gettysburg National Military Park was controlled by the War Department at that time, and had been used to train soldiers about the battle. When the United States entered the war, it did not have enough existing forts and camps to train soldiers, so Gettysburg was used as a training camp.
b)
The Gettysburg National Military Park was controlled by the National Park Service at that time, and was used to teach people about the battle. When the United States entered the war, it did not have enough existing forts and camps to train soldiers, so Gettysburg was used as a training camp.
c)
The Gettysburg National Military Park was controlled by the War Department at that time, and had been used to train soldiers in modern combat as an established army camp. When the United States entered the war, all existing forts and camps, such as Gettysburg, were used to train soldiers.
d)
The Gettysburg National Military Park was controlled by the National Park Service at that time, and was used to teach people about the battle. When the United States entered the war, the park was used to teach visitors about the challenges our soldiers would face in Europe.
64.
What was Camp Colt, and why was it unique in the United States?
a)
Camp Colt was an army camp on the Gettysburg battlefield established as the home of the newly organized Tank Corps of the United States Army, and the only tank school in the United States.
b)
Camp Colt was an army camp on the Gettysburg battlefield established as the home of the newly organized Gas Corps of the United States Army, and the only gas warfare school in the United States.
c)
Camp Colt was an army camp on the Gettysburg battlefield established as the home of the newly organized Railway Gun Corps of the United States Army, and the only railway gun school in the United States.
d)
Camp Colt was an army camp on the Gettysburg battlefield established as the home of the United States Cavalry, and was the last cavalry camp in the United States.
65.
Which countries did the United States rely on for tank designs and production until it could develop its own?
a)
The United States relied on British-made heavy tanks and small French FT-17 Renault tanks.
b)
The United States relied on the Russian-made Vezdekhod and small French FT-17 Renault tanks.
c)
The United States relied on British-made heavy tanks and the Russian-made Vezdekhod tanks.
d)
The United States relied on British-made heavy tanks and the German-made A7V tanks.
66.
Why were tanks terrifying to the enemy, and as a result effective on the battlefield during the Great War?
a)
Tanks were new technology that soldiers were not familiar with, and were larger than any machine they had ever seen outside a factory. When used as a large force, tanks overwhelmed enemy troops and could pass over their trenches.
b)
Tanks were new technology that soldiers were not familiar with, and could attack without being detected because no one could see them. When used as a large force, tanks overwhelmed enemy troops and could pass over their trenches.
c)
Tanks were new technology that soldiers were not familiar with. When troops encountered tanks they did not understand why they could not breathe, and they did not initially have equipment to protect themselves. When used as a large force, tanks overwhelmed enemy troops and could pass over their trenches.
d)
Tanks were new technology that soldiers were not familiar with, and their noise terrified the enemy. Although soldiers could easily damage them with rifles, troops became so terrifed by the sounds that came from tanks that they fled.
67.
How was serving in a tank during the Great War difficult for the crew?
a)
The exhaust from the engine was dangerous for the crew, the crew could not see well to the outside and motion sickness was common. The armor was not always effective at protecting the crew.
b)
The weapons on the tank were dangerous for the crew, as they regularly exploded inside the vehicle, injuring the crew. The armor was not always effective at protecting the crew.
c)
The movement of the tank was dangerous for the crew, and crew members were often crushed under the weight of the moving vehicle. The tanks' guns were often not effective against infantry soldiers.
d)
The use of armor was dangerous for the crew, the crew could not see well to the outside and motion sickness was common. The tanks' guns were often not effective against infantry soldiers.
68.
Which of the following caused military aircraft development in the United States to be slower than other countries? (check all that apply)
a)
Conflict over patents between the Wright brothers and Glenn Curtiss
b)
the cost of airplanes
c)
minimal funding from Congress
d)
Cooperation between airplane companies
e)
Large amounts of funding from Congress
69.
How did the military aircraft situation in the United States change after the U.S. entered the war?
a)
The U.S. government quickly resolved the patent dispute and took French advice to expand its air force to 4,500 airplanes by 1918. Congress passed a law to spend $640 million on the aircraft program.
b)
The U.S. government quickly resolved the patent dispute and took French advice to expand its air force to 450,000 airplanes by 1918. Congress passed a law to spend $640 billion on the aircraft program.
c)
The U.S. government quickly made patents illegal on airplanes and took French advice to take national control of all aircraft, building them only in government factories for military use. Civilians were no longer permitted to own or fly airplanes due to the danger that they posed.
d)
The U.S. government quickly resolved the patent dispute and took French advice to reduce its air force to 4,500 airplanes by 1918. Congress cut all spending on the aircraft program.
70.
Why did many United States aircraft orders go to large companies connected to the auto industry?
a)
In 1917 the American aviation industry was not equipped for mass production, and was completely unable to fill large orders.
b)
In 1917 the American aviation industry was well equipped for mass production, but politicians gave the contracts to auto companies due to corruption.
c)
In 1917 the American aviation industry was equipped for mass production, but it was throught that the auto companies would be more efficient.
d)
In 1917 the American auto industry was not equipped for mass production, but the government gave them the contracts anyway.
71.
Despite American production efforts, what was the reality of American pilots and planes in Europe during the Great War?
a)
Due to lack of production, the transportation distance and the United States’ late entry into the war, all of the fighter planes flown by U.S. pilots in American service were European--usually French.
b)
Due to lack of production, the transportation distance and the United States’ late entry into the war, all of the fighter planes flown by U.S. pilots in American service were European--usually British.
c)
Due to lack of production, the transportation distance and the United States’ late entry into the war, all of the fighter planes flown by U.S. pilots in American service were European or Asian--usually Russian.
d)
Due to lack of production, the transportation distance and the United States’ late entry into the war, all of the fighter planes flown by U.S. pilots in American service were European--usually German.
72.
Which model was the only U.S. built military plane to actually reach Europe before the end of the Great War, and how did it perform?
a)
The DH-4 observation aircraft was slow and outmatched by more modern European airplanes and had a reputation as a “flaming coffin” due to its unprotected fuel tank near the pilot.
b)
The DH-4 observation aircraft was fast and superior to European airplanes and had a reputation as a “lightning coffin” due to crashes involving their fast speed being common.
c)
The Curtiss 18T triplane fighter was fast and superior to European airplanes and had a reputation as a "hornet" due to its fast speed and the bite of its machine guns.
d)
The Curtiss 18T triplane fighter was slow and outmatched by more modern European airplanes and had a reputation as a “flaming hornet” due to its unprotected fuel tank near the pilot.
73.
How did the use of aircraft impact the Great War?
a)
Aircraft were used for observation and artillery spotting, provided cover during fighting and showed that island nations like Great Britain were vulnerable to air attack. Cities could be bombed far from the front lines.
b)
Aircraft were used for observation and submarine spotting, provided cover during fighting and showed that other continents like North America were vulnerable to air attack. Cities could be bombed far from the front lines.
c)
Aircraft were used for attacking land positions and ships. Suddenly troops on the ground and sailors at sea needed weapons to shoot these vehicles out of the sky before they bombed their trenches or ships.
d)
Aircraft were used for attacking ships and submarines. Suddenly sailors at sea needed weapons to shoot these vehicles out of the sky before they bombed their ships or submarines.
74.
What was the result of the first use of asphyxiating gas as a weapon on the Wetern Front at Ypres?
a)
The use of gas caused panic. French divisions that were attacked fled from their positions, and a five mile gap in the Allied line resulted.
b)
The use of gas caused confusion. French divisions that were attacked held their positions, and most of these men died in those trenches as a result.
c)
The use of gas caused panic. German divisions that were attacked fled from their positions, and a five mile gap in the Central Powers line resulted.
d)
The use of gas caused confusion. German divisions that were attacked held their positions, and most of these men died in those trenches as a result.
75.
What was the effect of chlorine gas on soldiers?
a)
Chlorine gas irritated lung tissue, causing a choking effect that could lead to death.
b)
Chlorine gas caused severe burns, leaving men's eyes and lungs blistered, an effect that could lead to death.
c)
Chlorine gas destroyed lung tissue immediately, causing men to die within seconds of their initial contact.
d)
Chlorine gas did not cause immediate harm to the men, but the impacts of exposure usually appeared about two days later, and quickly led to their death.
76.
How did the countries involved in the war react to the use of poison gas?
a)
Both the Germans and the Allies developed various gases, gas masks, gas alarms, chemical warfare units and schools to prepare for the use of and deploy gas during the rest of the war.
b)
Both the Germans and the Allies objected to the use of poison gas, and called an immediate conference to discuss its use. The use of gas was declared a war crime by July, 1918, and was no longer used by either side.
c)
The Germans developed various gases, gas masks, gas alarms, chemical warfare units and schools to prepare for the use of and deploy gas during the rest of the war. The Allies avoided the use of gas and remained quite unprepared.
d)
The Allies developed various gases, gas masks, gas alarms, chemical warfare units and schools to prepare for the use of and deploy gas during the rest of the war. The Germans avoided the use of gas and remained quite unprepared.
77.
Approximately what percentage of gas casualties were fatal?
a)
About three percent of gas casualties were fatal, but hundreds of thousands suffered temporary or permanent injuries.
b)
About thirty percent of gas casualties were fatal, but hundreds of thousands suffered temporary or permanent injuries.
c)
About sixty percent of gas casualties were fatal, and hundreds of thousands suffered temporary or permanent injuries.
d)
About eighty percent of gas casualties were fatal, and hundreds of thousands suffered temporary or permanent injuries.
78.
What branch of the United States military operated the railway batteries (guns)?
a)
The United States Navy operated the railway batteries.
b)
The United States Army operated the railway batteries.
c)
The United States Marine Corps operated the railway batteries.
d)
The United States Air Force operated the railway batteries.
79.
Approximately how many enlisted men were needed to operate the railway battery (gun) units?
a)
Five hundred enlisted men (and twenty five officers) operated the railway gun units.
b)
Fifty enlisted men (and five officers) operated the railway gun units.
c)
One hundred enlisted men (and twenty five officers) operated the railway gun units.
d)
Five thousand enlisted men (and two hundred fifty officers) operated the railway gun units.
80.
Approximately how far was the maximum range of the American railway guns in miles?
a)
The American railway guns could fire nearly 24 miles.
b)
The American railway guns could fire nearly 2 miles.
c)
The American railway guns could fire nearly 12 miles.
d)
The American railway guns could fire nearly 48 miles.
81.
How did the Influenza Pandemic of 1918 affect the United States and its military?
a)
The influenza pandemic had a significant impact on the United States, killing large numbers of soldiers and civilians. The pandemic peaked in October, 1918, a time when the nation struggled to care for so many ill people during a concentrated period.
b)
The influenza pandemic had only a slight impact on the United States, killing small numbers of soldiers and civilians. The pandemic peaked in October, 1918, and the nation briefly struggled to care for the large number of ill people during a concentrated period.
c)
The influenza pandemic had a significant impact on the United States, killing large numbers of soldiers and civilians. The pandemic peaked from February through October, 1918, a time when the nation struggled to care for so many ill people during a concentrated period.
d)
The influenza pandemic had only a slight impact on the United States, killing small numbers of soldiers and civilians. The pandemic peaked from February through October, 1918, and the nation briefly struggled to care for the large number of ill people during a concentrated period.
82.
the widespread infection people with a particular disease over an entire country or the world
a)
Pandemic
b)
Assassination
c)
Reparations
d)
Convoy
83.
Approximately how many people died during the 1918 Spanish Influenza Pandemic?
a)
Approximately 50 million people died worldwide, with 675,000 of those deaths in the United States.
b)
Approximately 5 million people died worldwide, with 67,500 of those deaths in the United States.
c)
Approximately 25 million people died worldwide, with 375,000 of those deaths in the United States.
d)
Approximately 500 million people died worldwide, with 6,750,000 of those deaths in the United States.
84.
Why was the 1918 Influenza Pandemic referred to as the Spanish Influenza Pandemic?
a)
Propaganda at the time claimed that the influenza strain came from Spain.
b)
Experts agree that the 1918 Influenza Pandemic clearly began in Spain.
c)
The Spanish intentionally created the influeza strain to use it as a weapon.
d)
The 1918 Influenza Pandemic was limited to Spain and did not affect other countries.
85.
What factors may have made it difficult for Camp Colt and Adams County to respond to the impacts of the 1918 Influenza Pandemic? Check all that apply.
a)
During 1918 there was not yet a hospital built in Gettysburg
b)
the army had recently transferred many nurses out of the camp
c)
A hurricane struck Adams County during the pandemic
d)
A blizzard struck Adams County during the pandemic
e)
There were no buildings available to use as hospitals
86.
How did the Influenza Pandemic reach Camp Colt and Adams County?
a)
The U.S. Army transferred 110 men from Fort Devens, Massachusetts, where there was an outbreak, to Camp Colt in Gettysburg. Some of the men were infected and brought disease to Camp Colt.
b)
The U.S. Army transferred 110 men from Fort Meade, Maryland, where there was an outbreak, to Camp Colt in Gettysburg. Some of the men were infected and brought disease to Camp Colt.
c)
British military officers travelled to Camp Colt to assist with training the men there. Some of these officers were infected and brought the disease to Camp Colt.
d)
French military officers travelled to Camp Colt to assist with training the men there. Some of these officers were infected and brought the disease to Camp Colt.
87.
What age groups were greatly affected by the 1918 strain of influenza?
a)
Children under seven, people from twenty to thirty years of age and those over seventy were the hardest hit.
b)
People from age seven to twenty years of age and those over seventy were the hardest hit.
c)
People from twenty to thirty years of age and those over fifty were the hardest hit.
d)
Children under three, people from fifteen to twenty five years of age and those over sixty were the hardest hit.
88.
What steps were taken in Gettysburg after the 1918 pandemic had spread into the town?
a)
Gatherings, including liberty loan rallies were cancelled, and the schools and churches were closed to avoid people having contact with sick individuals.
b)
All businesses, schools and churches were immediately closed, and people were not allowed to leave their homes.
c)
Gatherings, including liberty loan rallies were cancelled to avoid people having contact with sick individuals, while schools and churches remained open.
d)
No businesses, schools or churches were immediately closed, but the sick were forcibly kept in their homes by armed guards.
89.
Of the eight men from the Upper Adams area who died as a result of their service in the Great War, how many of them died of the influenza pandemic and/ or pneumonia?
a)
Five of the eight, or 62.5% of the Upper Adams men who died suffered from influenza and/or pneumonia.
b)
Four of the eight, or 50% of the Upper Adams men who died suffered from influenza and/or pneumonia.
c)
Six of the eight, or 75% of the Upper Adams men who died suffered from influenza and/or pneumonia.
d)
Three of the eight, or 37.5% of the Upper Adams men who died suffered from influenza and/or pneumonia.
90.
Based on the right pie chart, how did the rate of fatalities by percentage during the Great War among the men from Upper Adams compare to the U.S. military as a whole?
a)
Approximately 50% of United States military deaths were from disease, and the Upper Adams ratio was greater than this 50% ratio.
b)
Approximately 50% of United States military deaths were from disease, and the Upper Adams ratio was roughly equal to this 50% ratio.
c)
Approximately 50% of United States military deaths were from disease, and the Upper Adams ratio was less than this 50% ratio.
d)
Approximately 75% of United States military deaths were from disease, and the Upper Adams ratio was roughly equal to this 75% ratio.
91.
When did a majority of the deaths of the men from Upper Adams occur?
a)
Seven of the eight men died in October, 1918. The exception was Ira Lady, who died of war wounds in November, 1918.
b)
Seven of the eight men died in September, 1918. The exception was Ira Lady, who died of war wounds in November, 1918.
c)
Seven of the eight men died in November, 1918. The exception was Ira Lady, who died of war wounds in October, 1918.
d)
Seven of the eight men died in August, 1918. The exception was Ira Lady, who died of war wounds in November, 1918.
92.
The American Legion Post in Biglerville is named in honor of Ira Lady. How was Ira Lady’s service during the war noteworthy?
a)
Ira Lady volunteered for immediate service in France and was promoted several times, demonstrating his capability as an enlisted man and then officer. He eventually reached the rank of first lieutenant before dying from wounds he received during the Argonne drive.
b)
Ira Lady was selected for immediate service in France and was promoted several times, demonstrating his capability as an enlisted man. He eventually reached the rank of sergeant before dying from wounds he received during the Argonne drive.
c)
Ira Lady volunteered for service and was promoted several times, demonstrating his capability as an officer. He eventually reached the rank of first lieutenant before dying from wounds he received during the Battle of Somme.
d)
Ira Lady volunteered for service and was promoted several times, demonstrating his capability as an enlisted man. He eventually reached the rank of sergeant before dying from wounds he received during the Battle of Somme.
93.
How did Adams County residents step up to combat the influenza pandemic?
a)
The Gettysburg Chapter of the American Red Cross recruited nurses to care for the sick, and people did the best that they could to stop the spread of the virus. Several local residents served as part of the medical response in either the military or red cross.
b)
The Gettysburg Chapter of the American Red Cross recruited doctors to care for the sick, and people did the best that they could to stop the spread of the virus. Several local residents volunteered to be vaccinated first when treatments became available.
c)
The Adams County Commissioners recruited nurses to care for the sick, and people did the best that they could to stop the spread of the virus. Residents agreed to slaughter their pigs and burn the corpses when it became clear they were the source of the outbreak.
d)
The Adams County Commissioners recruited nurses to care for the sick, and people did the best that they could to stop the spread of the virus. Residents agreed to uproot their peach trees and burn them because they thought they were the source of the outbreak.
94.
Why did the Spanish Influenza in Adams County lessen and then disappear?
a)
No one really knows why the cases dropped and eventually went away. The explanation offered is typically that the pandemic had run its course. With the end of the war, few people wanted to spend more time thinking about it.
b)
A vaccine was developed to protect people from the Spanish Influenza, and as more residents received injections, the cases dropped and eventually went away. Once the problem was solved, few people wanted to spend more time thinking about it.
c)
A cure was developed to treat people who contracted the Spanish Influenza. As the treatments were given, the cases dropped and eventually went away. Once the problem was solved, few people wanted to spend more time thinking about it.
d)
In time all of the people who had become infected with the Spanish Influenza died, and their bodies were burned to stop the outbreak. With the end of the war, few people wanted to spend more time thinking about it.
95.
How did the exit of Russia impact the geographic nature of the war?
a)
The Russian exit from the Great War should have eliminated the Eastern Front and allowed Germany to focus on the Western powers of Great Britain and France. However, despite the peace, many Russian troops remained on the Eastern Front. With many Russian troops remaining, almost all of the action shifted to the Western Front, but the number of German troops that could be moved to the Western Front was limited in case the Russians rejoined the war.
b)
The Russian exit from the Great War eliminated the Eastern Front and allowed Germany to focus on the Western powers of Great Britain and France.
c)
The Russian exit from the Great War should have eliminated the Western Front and allowed Germany to focus on the Eastern powers of Great Britain and France. However, despite the peace, many Russian troops remained on the Western Front. With many Russian troops remaining, almost all of the action shifted to the Eastern Front, but the number of German troops that could be moved to the Eastern Front was limited in case the Russians rejoined the war.
d)
The Russian exit from the Great War eliminated the Western Front and allowed Germany to focus on the Eastern powers of Great Britain and France.
96.
Russians loyal to the Tsar (leader of Russia) and his family
a)
Tsarist
b)
Bolshevik
c)
Zeppelin
d)
Convoy
97.
Members of the Russia Social Democratic Worker’s Party, who seized control of the government in October 1917
a)
Bolshevik
b)
Tsarist
c)
Zeppelin
d)
Convoy
98.
A series of events in which the Bolsheviks seized power from the provisional liberal government of Russia
a)
October Revolution
b)
Pandemic
c)
Rationing
d)
Stalemate
99.
the area on land where the war is physically fought
a)
Front
b)
Tank
c)
Convoy
d)
Draft
100.
How did the Germans hope to undermine the Russian war effort during the Great War?
a)
From the very early months of World War One, the German government had been in touch with exiled Russian revolutionaries, many of them Bolsheviks, in the hopes that they could be used to undermine the Russian war effort against Germany.
b)
From the very early months of World War One, the German government had been in touch with exiled Russian revolutionaries, many of them Tsarists, in the hopes that they could be used to undermine the Russian war effort against Germany.
c)
The German military made destroying factories in Russia a high priority, and had aircraft fly bombing missions deep into Russia to destroy the factories that provided Russia with the supplies it needed for its soldiers.
d)
The German military made destroying farms in Russia a high priority, and had aircraft fly bombing missions deep into Russia to destroy the farms that provided Russia with the food it needed for its soldiers.
101.
After the February Revolution had occurred, why did the Germans agree to send Vladimir Lenin and 31 others back to Russia from Switzerland?
a)
This was in the hopes that they would topple the Provisional Government and sue to bring an end to Russia's involvement in the war.
b)
This was in the hopes that they would support the Provisional Government and sue to bring an end to Russia's involvement in the war.
c)
This was in the hopes that they would topple the Tsar and sue to bring an end to Russia's involvement in the war.
d)
This was in the hopes that they would support the Tsar and sue to bring an end to Russia's involvement in the war.
102.
Why was the October Revolution in Russia successful?
a)
Widespread war weariness among the general population of Russia was the major cause of the October Revolution of that year; this brought the Bolsheviks to power.
b)
Widespread excitement for the war among the general population of Russia was the major cause of the October Revolution of that year; this brought the Bolsheviks to power.
c)
Widespread war weariness among the general population of Russia was the major cause of the October Revolution of that year; this brought the Tsarists to power.
d)
Widespread excitement for the war among the general population of Russia was the major cause of the October Revolution of that year; this brought the Tsarists to power.
103.
How did Russia’s involvement in the war change after the Bolsheviks came to power?
a)
Almost the first act of the new government was to publish its peace proposals on 8 November. The fighting on the Eastern Front ended within a few weeks, and a peace conference began its deliberations at Brest Litovsk on 22 December 1917.
b)
Almost the first act of the new government was to publish its war proposals on 8 November. The fighting on the Eastern Front began within a few weeks, and a war conference began its deliberations at Brest Litovsk on 22 December 1917.
c)
Almost the first act of the new government was to invade Germany on 8 November. The fighting on the Eastern Front intensified, and troops reached Berlin by 22 December 1917.
d)
Almost the first act of the new government was to invade France on 8 November. The fighting on the Western Front intensified, and troops reached Paris by 22 December 1917.
104.
What were the aims and motives of the victorious powers in drawing up the Treaty of Versailles?
a)
The victorious powers aimed to use the Treaty of Versailles to physically rebuild the impacted countries and prevent a similar war in the future. While the United States focused mostly on these issues, France and Britain also strongly desired to punish Germany.
b)
The victorious powers aimed to use the Treaty of Versailles to physically rebuild Germany and assist its people in recovering. Large economic projects were set up to restore Germany's economy.
c)
The victorious powers aimed to use the Treaty of Versailles to physically rebuild the impacted countries and prepare for a similar war in the future. While the United States focused mostly on these issues, France and Britain also strongly desired to reward Germany for its victory.
d)
The victorious powers aimed to use the Treaty of Versailles to physically destroy the impacted countries and prepare for a similar war in the future. While the United States focused mostly on these issues, France and Britain also strongly desired to reward Germany.
105.
payments from one nation to another, to make up for wartime losses
a)
Reparations
b)
Rationing
c)
Arms race
d)
Liberty Bond
106.
What was the approximate casualty rate for France and Russia during the Great War, meaning the percentage of the men sent to fight who became wounded, missing or died?
a)
75 %
b)
50 %
c)
35 %
d)
25 %
107.
Approximately how many men died as a result of the Great War?
a)
8,500,000
b)
85,000,000
c)
850,000
d)
85,000
108.
What was the approximate casualty rate for Austria-Hungary during the Great War, meaning the percentage of the men sent to fight who became wounded, missing or died?
a)
90 %
b)
75 %
c)
60 %
d)
45 %
109.
What challenges would exist for a European community attempting to recover from the destruction that resulted from the Great War? Check all that apply.
a)
Many communities suffered significant damage
b)
most areas only have a limited amount of material and skilled builders available
c)
there would be an incredible amount of work to be done
d)
Many builders were prepared to travel from the United States
e)
Germany would be paying for all damage repairs
110.
France and Great Britain largely felt Germany was responsible for the Great War. Based on this, what might the French and British want to do to Germany?
a)
The British and French wanted to punish Germany at the end of the Great War.
b)
The British and French wanted to rebuild and help Germany at the end of the Great War.
c)
The British and French wanted to financially support Germany at the end of the Great War.
d)
The British and French wanted to bomb Germany at the end of the Great War.
111.
Based on the destruction in France, and the lack of destruction in the United States, how might France's goals for the Treaty of Versailles be different than the goals of the United States?
a)
The damage in France meant France needed money and supplies to rebuild, and felt a great amount of anger toward the Germans. The United States did not suffer these losses, and was not focused on punishing Germany.
b)
The damage in France meant France needed money and supplies to rebuild, and focused solely on that. The United States did not suffer these losses, and was focused on punishing Germany.
c)
The damage in France meant France was focused on its people, but forgiving of the Germans. The United States did not suffer these losses, and was focused on punishing Germany.
d)
The damage in France meant France had experienced great gains from the war, and was thankful for the Germans. The United States did not enjoy these gains, and was focused on expanding its economy into Germany.
112.
Why did the League of Nations fail?
a)
The United States Senate, led by Henry Cabot Lodge, opposed the League of Nations because it believed the League would weaken U.S. sovereignty. The Sentate did not ratify a treaty including the League of Nations, and without the U.S., the League was considerably weakened.
b)
The United States, led by President Woodrow Wilson, opposed the League of Nations because it believed the League would weaken U.S. sovereignty. The President would not approve a treaty including the League of Nations, and without the U.S., the League was considerably weakened.
c)
Great Britain opposed the League of Nations because it believed the League would weaken British sovereignty. The British would not approve a treaty including the League of Nations, and without the British, the League was considerably weakened.
d)
France opposed the League of Nations because it believed the League would weaken French sovereignty. The French would not approve a treaty including the League of Nations, and without the French, the League was considerably weakened.
113.
having independent authority over a geographic area, such as a country or territory
a)
Sovereignty
b)
Neutrality
c)
Alliance
d)
Reparations
114.
Who designed the League of Nations as part of their fourteen points?
a)
Woodrow Wilson
b)
David Lloyd George
c)
Georges Clemenceau
d)
Vladimir Lenin
115.
What were the goals of the League of Nations? Check all that apply.
a)
Establish a lasting peace
b)
guarantee political independence and territorial integrity for member nations
c)
protect against outside aggression
d)
Ensure lasting war
e)
Divide up Germany's territory
116.
At its formation, which of the following countries were permanent members of the League Nations? Check all that apply.
a)
United Kingdom
b)
France
c)
Union of Soviet Socialist Republics
d)
Germany
e)
United States
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