(Topics: World War I, Inter-war Years, Rise of Totalitarians)

What were the main causes of World War I?

Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, and Nationalism.

What event sparked the beginning of World War I?

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand on June 28, 1914.

What major battle is associated with the early fighting of World War I?

The Battle of the Marne.

When did the United States enter World War I?

In April 1917.

What was the Treaty of Versailles?

The treaty that formally ended World War I and imposed reparations on Germany.

What global event began in 1929 and caused widespread economic issues?

The Great Depression.

Which cultural movement emerged during the inter-war years known for its music and arts?

The Jazz Age.

What political movements rose to prominence during the inter-war years?

Fascism and communism.

Who was the leader of fascism in Italy?

Benito Mussolini.

What ideology did Adolf Hitler promote as the leader of the Nazi Party?

Ideas of racial superiority and anti-Semitism.

What were Joseph Stalin's major policies in the Soviet Union?

Totalitarian policies, purges, and Five-Year Plans aimed at industrialization.

What was one of the consequences of the rise of totalitarian regimes?

Suppression of dissent and reshaping of political landscapes.