World War 1 Exam

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What event triggered the start of World War I on June 28, 1914?

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria, carried out by Gavrilo Princip, set off a chain reaction among the major powers of Europe.

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What significant territories did France lose to Germany in 1871, which contributed to ongoing tensions?

France lost Alsace and Lorraine to Germany, sparking resentment and a desire for revenge among the French populace.

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What was the primary concern of France, Britain, and Russia regarding Germany prior to World War I?

These nations feared Germany's aggressive expansion and military buildup, prompting them to strengthen their defenses.

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What was the alliance system in 1914?

The world was divided into two major alliances: the Central Powers (primarily Austria-Hungary and Germany) and the Allies (composed of countries like Serbia, France, Russia, and Great Britain).

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Who were the major members of the Central Powers during World War I?

The Central Powers consisted mainly of Austria-Hungary, Germany, and the Ottoman Empire.

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What was the objective of the Schlieffen Plan?

The Schlieffen Plan aimed to avoid a two-front war for Germany by quickly defeating France before turning to face Russia.

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What type of warfare dominated the front lines during World War I, resulting in widespread suffering?

Trench warfare, characterized by the extensive use of dug-out fortifications and brutal living conditions.

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What was notable about the average age of soldiers on the front lines during WWI?

Most soldiers on the front lines were remarkably young, with many being under the average age of 19.

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What incident led to the United States joining World War I following the sinking of ships like the Lusitania?

The U.S. was provoked into joining the war following unrestricted submarine warfare by Germany, which targeted merchant and passenger ships.

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What legislation in 1917 allowed the draft and led to the recruitment of 24 million men during the war?

The Selective Service Act enabled the U.S. government to draft men into military service for World War I.

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What was the role of the Committee on Public Information (CPI) in the United States during World War I?

The CPI was responsible for promoting the war effort, mobilizing public sentiment, and generating anti-German sentiment through propaganda.

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What principles for peace were outlined in Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points after WWI?

Wilson's Fourteen Points included principles such as open diplomacy, self-determination for nations, freedom of the seas, and the establishment of a League of Nations.

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Who was primarily held responsible for the reparations imposed by the Treaty of Versailles?

Germany was primarily blamed and burdened with reparations following the Treaty of Versailles.

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What was the general American sentiment towards Britain as WWI began, leading to support for the Allies despite initial neutrality?

Many Americans felt culturally and economically aligned with Britain, which influenced their eventual support for the Allies.

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What type of speech was criminalized by the Sedition Act of 1918 during World War I?

The Sedition Act criminalized speech opposed to the war effort, including anti-war statements and critiques of the U.S. government.

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What did the armistice on November 11, 1918, signify for World War I?

The armistice marked the formal end of combat operations in World War I, leading to the cessation of hostilities.

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What was the outcome of mutinies among German and Austro-Hungarian soldiers in 1918?

The mutinies contributed to the overall collapse of the Central Powers in World War I, significantly hastening the war's conclusion.