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Imperialism and World War I — Test

Question 5 • US History

Why were some Serbians and Bosnians angry with Austria-Hungary in 1914?

Answer
A
Austria-Hungary would not allow religious freedom in either country.
B
Austria-Hungary refused to trade with either country.
C
Austria-Hungary wanted to build a railroad through the center of both countries.
D
Austria-Hungary had taken over Bosnia and dominated Serbia.

Explanation

Austria-Hungary annexed Bosnia in 1908, bringing the region under its rule despite many Bosnians and Serbs wanting closer ties with Serbia. It also tried to limit Serbia’s influence and expansion in the Balkans. So the best choice is “Austria-Hungary had taken over Bosnia and dominated Serbia”; the word “dominated” is broader than literal control, since Serbia remained an independent country.

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