World War 1 Review

Flashcards to help review key concepts from World War 1.

How did imperialism contribute to tensions before World War 1?

Imperialism increased tensions between European nations as they competed for colonies in Africa.

What technological advancements occurred prior to World War 1?

New methods of shipbuilding and new weapons were developed.

How did governments change during World War 1?

Governments increased their powers and limited civil rights.

What was the land between opposing trenches called?

No-man's land.

What happened in Russia after Czar Nicholas 2 gave up the throne?

There was a civil war and the creation of a communist government.

What was a main cause of the Bolshevik Revolution?

The failed economic and military policies of Czar Nicholas 2.

Who was really in control after Lenin handed power over?

He was in control, despite handing power over to the All-Russian Congress of Soviets.

Who controlled the government of Germany after World War 1?

The Social Democrats.

According to the Treaty of Versailles, what happened to the Ottoman Empire?

The Ottoman Empire disappeared.

What was one complication of the Paris Peace Conference?

Many nations had already made secret agreements with each other.

What did Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points call for regarding military forces?

The reduction of military forces.

What did Article 231 of the Treaty of Versailles do?

Held Germany responsible for the war and also required reparations.

What impact did the Treaty of Versailles have on the likelihood of future wars?

Made another war more likely.

What was the Schlieffen Plan?

Germany's strategy of sending troops into France and Russia at the same time.

What did Trench warfare lead to on the Western Front?

A stalemate.

What were both sides looking for by 1917?

New Allies.

What did The Second Battle of the MARNE result in?

A decisive loss for Germany and led to the ultimate victory of the Allies in World War 1

Where did The Treaty of Versailles create a new nation?

Eastern Europe and the Middle East.

What did Woodrow Wilson believe the League of Nations would do?

Prevent future conflicts and ensure peace.

What is self-determination?

The right of people to make their own political decisions, including to establish their own nation.

What did Wilson's Fourteen Points promise?

A peace without victors and open negolations instead of secret treaties.

How did miltirism contribute to the outbreak of World War 1?

In some countries, military leaders were influiening goverments; nations with large militarty forces are more likley to go to war because they already have troops/weaposn avalible to mobilize

Why was Austria-Hungary angered by Serbia's desire to form an independent nation?

Austria-Hungary was made up of many different ethnic groups, and it was afraid that they would also want independence

What roles did women take on during World War 1?

Women worked in jobs left by the men who were serving in the military; they lost these jobs after the war was over.

What was the main difference between fighting on the Western and Eastern Fronts?

The use of trench warfare on the Western Front led to a stalemate with little movement by either side; there was more movement of troops on the Eastern Front.

What caused the United States to declare war on Germany in 1917?

The US declared war on Germany after Germany announced it would resume their policy of unrestricted submarine warfare.

Why were the Russian people dissatisfied with the czarist regime of Nicholas 2

The czar did not provide effective military leadership; there were also severe food shortages.

What was the primary goal of Lenin and the Bolsheviks?

They wanted to destroy capitalism and believed a violent revolution was the only way for that to happen.

What significant events happened during the final year of World War 1

The United States entered the war; German troops advanced to within 50 miles of Paris, but were defeated at the Second Battle of the Marne, there was a revolt against the government of Germany that drove William 2 out of power; the Bolshevik Revolution occurred in Russia

Why did Germany consider the Treaty of Versailles to be punishing/harsh?

Germany was not allowed to participate in the peace conference and was made to accept full blame for the war. The treaty also required Germany to pay billions in reparations