Question 1

The Alpine Front during World War I involved only

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The Alpine Front, also known as the Italian Front, was a major theatre of World War I that was fought between the forces of Austria-Hungary and Germany against Italy. Therefore, the only choice that involves these countries is B, Austria-Hungary and Italy.

Question 2

When Kaiser William allowed a treaty of friendship with Russia to lapse, he

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Kaiser William's decision to allow the treaty with Russia to lapse pushed Russia into seeking a new ally, which led to the formation of the Franco-Russian Alliance in 1894. This new alliance threatened Germany's position in Europe and contributed to the growing tensions that eventually led to the outbreak of World War I.

Question 3

In the spring of 1917, the course of the war was changed by

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Russia's collapse and the U.S. entry into the war in 1917 marked a turning point in World War I. With the Russian Revolution and subsequent civil war ongoing, the Central Powers were able to focus their efforts on the western front, but the entry of the United States into the conflict provided much-needed resources and manpower for the Allied Powers. Additionally, the U.S. entry brought fresh troops and a renewed sense of morale to the battlefields.

Question 4

The German-Austrian allies were known as the

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The German-Austrian allies were part of the Central Powers during World War I. The Axis Powers were a different alliance in World War II, while the Western and Eastern Powers are not specific alliances. The Allied Powers were the opposing force to the Central Powers in World War I.

Question 5

World War I had several long-term causes, including

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Nationalism and imperialism were both long-term causes of World War I. The desire for national pride and power was growing throughout Europe, leading to competition and tensions between nations. Additionally, the competition for power and resources through imperialism fueled competition and conflict between European powers.

Question 6

In 1907, Germany provoked Britain by

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Germany's announcement to construct a world-class navy threatened Britain's naval dominance and provoked tensions between the two countries. This led to a naval arms race between Germany and Britain, which ultimately contributed to the outbreak of World War I.

Question 7

Would you assign one particular cause for the outbreak of World War I greater significance than others? Why or why not? Explain.

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Question 8

Describe the positive and negative aspects of the Paris Treaties. In the final analysis, was the negotiated settlement "workable"? Why or why not?

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Question 9

The military experts across Europe had come to some rather solid conclusions concerning any conflict that might erupt, and their governments proceeded accordingly. Which of these conclusions turned out to be wrong?

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Each of the conclusions proved to be incorrect. The reality of World War I proved to be much different than what had been forecasted by military experts prior to the conflict. The defensive network of trenches proved to be much stronger than expected, causing prolonged stalemates on the Western Front. The war also dragged on for several years, far longer than the initial prediction of a quick victory. The introduction of new technologies did not have the expected impact on the outcome of the war, as both sides were able to rapidly adapt and utilize these technologies to their advantage.

Question 10

An entente is best defined as a(n)

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An entente is an understanding or agreement between two or more parties, but it is not necessarily a formal treaty or binding promise. It is a more informal and flexible arrangement.

Question 11

The most compelling cause of U.S. involvement in World War I was

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Unrestricted submarine warfare by Germany, particularly the sinking of ships with American citizens aboard, was a significant factor that led to U.S. involvement in World War I.

Question 12

Explain how conditions combined to make the First World War the bloodiest conflict experienced up to that time. Describe the inadequacies of military strategy.

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Question 13

What is meant by the assertion that, psychologically speaking, the world has never recovered from the 1914-1918 war?

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Question 14

Determined to maintain security for the new Germany, Bismarck

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Question 15

What was meant by the term "Total War"? In what manner and to what degree did global war transform society?

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Question 16

When Germany announced in 1907 that it intended to build a world-class navy,

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Britain saw Germany's announcement as a potential threat to its naval dominance and therefore sought out alliances with other powers, such as the Entente Cordiale with France and the Triple Entente with Russia and France, to provide protection in case Germany achieved its goals.

Question 17

Germany's original plan to end the war quickly was frustrated by French resistance in August 1914 at

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The Battle of the Marne in August 1914 was a major turning point in World War I, as the Germans were forced to retreat and abandon their plans for a quick victory. The French resistance and counterattack at the Marne prevented the German army from capturing Paris and ultimately frustrated their original plan to end the war quickly.

Question 18

How did Woodrow Wilson's idealistic principles carry into the final Paris Treaties ending World War I? What sentiments did the treaties actually reflect? Describe and evaluate the changes that occurred.

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Question 19

Describe the breakdown of the Bismarckian diplomatic system in Europe, and explain how "entangling" alliances set the stage for war.

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Question 20

The Triple Alliance (1882), as negotiated by Bismarck, was composed of

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The Triple Alliance was composed of Italy, Germany, and Austria, as negotiated by Bismarck in 1882.

Quiz 42: World War I and Its Disputed Settlement