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Why were alliances formed before WWI?

Countries formed alliances to protect themselves and keep a balance of power in Europe.

What are the 5 causes of WWI?

Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism, and the Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

How did women’s WWI roles affect future government support?

Women worked in factories and helped the war effort, which led to more support for women’s rights.

Why did France and Britain oppose parts of Wilson’s Fourteen Points?

They wanted to punish Germany, but Wilson wanted peace without blame.

Why did some regions feel betrayed by the Versailles mandates?

These areas hoped for independence but were instead controlled by European powers.

How did the U.S. use propaganda during WWI?

The U.S. used posters, movies, and speeches to promote patriotism and support for the war.

What were the Versailles Treaty terms, and how did they affect Germany?

Germany had to pay reparations, lost land, and accepted blame for the war, causing anger and economic problems.

How did science and technology impact WWI?

New weapons like tanks and poison gas made the war more deadly and destructive.

How was Communist rule after the Russian Revolution like Tsarist rule?

Both had total control, censorship, and used secret police.

How did Western countries try to end the Great Depression?

Governments created jobs and helped people with programs like the New Deal.

How did totalitarianism rise in Germany under Hitler?

Germany’s problems made people want a strong leader, and Hitler used that to gain control.

How did the Great Depression affect global politics?

Economic struggles led to unstable governments and the rise of dictators.

Why did the Depression spread from the U.S. to other countries?

Countries depended on U.S. trade and money, so when the U.S. crashed, they were hurt too.

How did the Versailles Treaty help cause WWII?

It made Germany angry by blaming them for WWI and forcing harsh punishments.

What led to authoritarian rule in Eastern Europe?

Economic problems and fear of communism made people support strong leaders.

How did Stalin slow Germany’s advance in Operation Barbarossa?

The Soviet army used harsh winter, burned supplies, and fought hard.

What united the Axis powers (Germany, Italy, Japan)?

They all wanted to expand their empires and had strong dictators.

What did Japan’s exit from the League after invading Manchuria show?

The League of Nations was weak and couldn’t stop aggressor countries.

Why did the U.S. stay isolated at the start of WWII?

Americans wanted to stay out of foreign wars after WWI.

Why was the Pearl Harbor attack a surprise to the U.S.?

The U.S. was talking peacefully with Japan and didn’t expect a surprise attack.

How were citizens’ rights limited during WWII?

Governments used censorship, propaganda, and even put Japanese Americans in internment camps.

How did WWII affect Europe’s social systems?

It led to big changes like rebuilding, fewer empires, and support for democracy.

What are the causes of WWII?

Treaty of Versailles, rise of dictators, expansion by Axis powers, and failure of the League of Nations.

Why did Hitler and Stalin sign a non-aggression pact in 1939?

They both wanted to avoid fighting each other while planning to take more land.

How did WWII impact social systems in Eastern Europe?

The Soviet Union spread communism and took control of many Eastern European countries.

What is the Cold War?

A time of tension and competition between the U.S. and Soviet Union, without direct fighting.

Who are the key players?

The United States and the Soviet Union.

Differentiate between communism and capitalism.

Communism: government controls economy.
Capitalism: people own businesses and make profits.

How did the U.S. and USSR avoid nuclear war during the Cold War?

They used strategies like MAD (Mutually Assured Destruction) to scare each other from using weapons.

What was the Space Race, and why was it important?

The U.S. and USSR competed to explore space first. It showed power and technology strength.