History Test 5/1

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Triple Alliance

An alliance consisting of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy before World War I.

Triple Entente

An alliance composed of France, Russia, and Great Britain.

Central Powers

The alliance of Germany, Austria-Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria during World War I.

Allied Powers

The coalition of France, Russia, and Great Britain, later joined by the U.S., Italy, and others during World War I.

Nazis

A fascist political party led by Adolf Hitler in Germany, known as the National Socialist German Workers' Party.

Militarism

A principal cause of World War I characterized by the glorification of the military and a massive buildup of arms.

How did alliances contribute to WWI?

They caused countries to be pulled into the conflict, with allies coming to each other's defense.

Why did imperialism contribute to WWI?

European powers competed for colonies, heightening global tensions and rivalries.

Nationalism

A belief in pride for one's nation or ethnicity, often leading to desires for independence and superiority.

Balkan Nationalism

Desire for independence from the Ottoman Empire among Slavic groups like Serbs and Bosnians.

Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

The event that triggered World War I, carried out by Gavrilo Princip of the Black Hand.

Domino Effect in WWI

The series of declarations of war following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

Hitler's Early Life

He wanted to be an artist, was rejected from art school, and fought in World War I.

Hitler’s Rise to Power

He joined the German Workers' Party, later becoming known for his brilliant public speaking.

Mein Kampf

A book by Adolf Hitler outlining Nazi beliefs, including the idea of Aryan superiority and blaming Jews.

Aryan race

A concept promoted by Nazis emphasizing racial superiority and characteristics like blonde hair and blue eyes.