WorksheetsWorld War I Exam
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 23mins
What was one reason countries spent more money on their armies and weapons during the time leading up to World War I?
To reduce military power
To improve trade
To decrease national pride
To protect their empires
By 1890, which country had the strongest army in Europe?
Italy
Germany
England
France
What was the primary goal of countries building up their navies during this period?
To show power
To explore new lands
To improve fishing industries
To prevent trade
What was the name of the alliance that included Germany and Austria-Hungary before Italy switched sides?
Triple Entente
Central Powers
Triple Alliance
Allies
Which countries were initially part of the Triple Entente?
Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy
United States, Canada, Mexico
Spain, Portugal, Belgium
Great Britain, France, Russia
What was a key motive behind European nations seeking colonies?
To promote peace
To create new languages
To gain materials and sell goods
To increase population
What was a direct result of European competition for land in Africa and Asia?
Increased trade with the Americas
The rise of democracy
Imperialism
The start of the Industrial Revolution
What feeling did nationalism inspire among people in Europe during this period?
Confusion
Pride
Fear
Sadness
Which group wanted to form their own country as a result of nationalism?
The English
The French
The Poles
The Americans
What did many nationalistic groups desire?
To unite and form their own countries
To remain under foreign rule
To focus on agriculture
To join larger empires
What event is said to have started World War I?
The sinking of the Lusitania
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
The First Battle of the Somme
The 1916 U.S.A. Election
Who assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
A German soldier
An American citizen
Gavrilo Princip
A Russian spy
Which two countries were involved when war was first declared?
Germany and Britain
Russia and France
Austria-Hungary and Serbia
United States and Germany
What did soldiers face in the trenches during the war?
Comfort and safety
Mud, disease, and fear
Abundance of food
Luxury and relaxation
What was one result of the First Battle of the Somme?
It ended the war
Many soldiers died for little land
It was a peaceful negotiation
It caused America to join the war
How did most Americans initially feel about joining the war?
They were eager to join
They wanted to stay out
They were indifferent
They supported Germany
How did Germany respond to Britain's blockade?
By building more trenches
By surrendering
By sending peaceful messages
By using U-boats to sink ships
What happened to the British ship Lusitania?
It was sunk by a German U-boat
It won a battle
It successfully reached America
It was never attacked
Why were many Americans angry with Germany after the Lusitania disaster?
Many Americans died on the Lusitania
It was a German victory
Germany declared peace
Germany helped build the ship
What promise helped Woodrow Wilson win the 1916 U.S.A. election?
To join the war immediately
To build more U-boats
To support Germany
To stay out of the war
What did U.S. factories do to help win World War I?
Made weapons and supplies
Made toys
Made clothes
Made cars
How did the U.S. raise money for the war effort?
By selling food
By selling war bonds and raising taxes
By holding parties
By selling land
What did the War Industries Board do?
Organized parties
Built schools
Helped factories produce war materials efficiently
Encouraged people to join the army
How did posters help during the war?
They got people excited about supporting the war
They were used for decoration
They were used to teach history
They were sold to raise money
What jobs did women take during the war?
Jobs that men left to go fight
Only cleaning jobs
Only cooking jobs
Only teaching jobs
What were Victory Gardens?
Parks for playing
Places to watch movies
Gardens to grow food for the country
Schools for children
Where did many Black people move during the war?
South
West
East
North
What was one effect of the flu outbreak in 1918?
It affected many people in the U.S. and around the world
It made people laugh
It only affected animals
It only affected Europe
What was a new role for women in WW1?
Serving as sailors
Serving as nurses in the navy and army
Serving as pilots
Serving as teachers
What did the U.S. do to build its military?
Closed schools
Started a draft to ask young men to join
Made more toys
Sent more mail
Why did Russia leave World War I?
They won the war
They had a revolution and made peace with Germany
They lost too many soldiers
They joined the Allies
What type of fighting did soldiers experience in World War I?
Fighting in the air
Space battles
Naval battles
Fighting in trenches
Which new weapon was used during World War I?
Laser guns
Poison gas
Nuclear bombs
Crossbows
What impact did American soldiers have when they joined the war?
They were tired and did not help much
They fought only in Russia
They joined the Central Powers
They brought fresh energy to the exhausted Allied forces
Which new technology changed how battles were fought in World War I?
Tanks and airplanes
Submarines
Catapults
Bicycles
Who was Alvin York?
A famous musician
A fictional character
The President of the United States
A hero for his bravery in battle
What was made to honor Alvin York's bravery?
A song
A movie
A new weapon
A book
Which country had a revolution during World War I?
France
United States
Russia
Italy
What was a major effect of Russia leaving the war?
It allowed Germany to focus on the western front
It weakened the Central Powers
It ended the war immediately
It strengthened the Allies
What did the use of tanks and airplanes in battles show?
That foot soldiers were no longer needed
The end of the war
A change in how battles were fought
A return to older fighting methods
Who was a leader for the Allies during World War 1?
John Pershing
Winston Churchill
Karl von Clausewitz
Marshall Foch
On what date did Germany agree to stop fighting, ending World War 1?
January 1, 1919
February 11, 1917
November 11, 1918
December 12, 1918
What important document said that World War 1 was over?
The Treaty of Versailles
The Magna Carta
The Declaration of Independence
The League of Nations
What is one thing that happened after World War 1?
A sickness spread around the world
America was discovered
New countries were created and started fighting
Everyone in the world lived in peace
Who was a leader for the U.S. during World War 1?
Woodrow Wilson
Douglas MacArthur
John Pershing
Dwight D. Eisenhower
