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Lesson 2- World War I Begins Answers

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Why did Germany declare war on Russia?

A
Germany felt threatened by Russia’s support of Serbia.
B
Germany felt threatened by Russia’s support of Austria-Hungary.
C
Germany felt threatened by Russia’s mobilization of troops.
D
Germany felt threatened by Russia’s expansion into the Balkans.
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Which factors created rising tensions between European powers before World War I? Check all that apply.

A
the expansion of armies through militarism
B
the growth of capitalism through free markets
C
the spread of nationalism through revolts
D
the creation of alliances through treaties
E
the influx of communism through dictatorships
F
the increase of imperialism through conquests
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The map shows Europe’s two major alliances in place in 1905.Which best explains why these alliances created tensions in Europe?

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A
Alliance members signed treaties to defend each other in times of war.
B
Alliance members feared attack and strengthened their economies.
C
Alliance members sought control over the Balkans and the Ottoman Empire.
D
Alliance members fought to control trade routes throughout the continent.
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What did the Schlieffen Plan call for Germany to do?

A
recruit its allies in the Triple Alliance to help fight a two-front war against Russia and France
B
engage in lengthy battles against France on its western border and Russia on its eastern border
C
quickly attack Russia, then turn back toward France before France could send troops to Germany
D
quickly attack France, then turn back toward Russia before Russia could send troops to Germany
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The Triple Alliance and Triple Entente were formed through the signing of .

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Why did Austria-Hungary annex Bosnia and Herzegovina?

A
to create a larger divide between France and Russia
B
to take advantage of trade routes on the Adriatic Sea
C
to prevent Russia from taking Ottoman Empire territory
D
to seize territory from the declining Ottoman Empire
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Why were the Balkans called the “powder keg” of Europe?

A
many of the Balkans’ countries had nationalist independence movements
B
many of the Balkans’ countries were coveted by Austria-Hungary and Russia
C
many of the Balkans’ countries consisted of powerful empires in constant conflict
D
many of the Balkans’ countries engaged in conflict with the Ottoman Empire
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What countries comprised the Triple Alliance?

A
Great Britain, Russia, France
B
Serbia, Austria-Hungary, Germany
C
France, Germany, Italy
D
Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy
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When did Great Britain enter World War I?

A
after Germany attacked France, a member of the Triple Entente
B
after Germany invaded Belgium in order to attack France
C
after Germany attacked Russia, a member of the Triple Entente
D
after Germany took control of Britain’s colonies in Africa
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What countries comprised the Triple Entente?

A
Great Britain, France, Spain
B
Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy
C
France, Great Britain, Russia
D
Russia, France, Germany
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Which is the correct order of countries that joined World War I following Austria-Hungary’s declaration of war on Serbia?

A
1st: Russia2nd: Germany3rd: Great Britain4th: France
B
1st: Great Britain 2nd: France 3rd: Germany 4th: Russia
C
1st: Russia2nd: Germany3rd: France4th: Great Britain
D
1st: France2nd: Great Britain3rd: Russia4th: Germany
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GermanBalkanOttomanSerbian

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German
B
Balkan
C
Ottoman
D
Serbian
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What did Austria-Hungary do in 1908 that increased pre-war tensions in Europe?

A
It annexed Bosnia and Herzegovina.
B
It annexed Serbia and Herzegovina.
C
It attacked Serbia and Herzegovina.
D
It attacked Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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How did the annexation of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1908 intensify the rivalry between Austria-Hungary and Serbia?

A
Austria-Hungary vowed to take back the annexed territory from Serbia.
B
Serbia vowed to take back the annexed territory from Austria-Hungary.
C
Austria-Hungary attacked Serbia to stop ethnic unrest.
D
Serbia vowed revenge and recruited Russia to attack Austria-Hungary.
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Why did the breakup of the Ottoman Empire disrupt the balance of power in Europe?

A
Ethnic groups began to gain independence.
B
Russia moved in to seize land in the area.
C
Great Britain began to colonize the region.
D
Alliances fought to gain control of the territory.
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The graphic organizer shows the balance of power created by the alliance system in Europe prior to World War I.Which factor most affected the balance of power and led to the start of World War I?

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Territorial disputes in the Balkans led the Triple Alliance to attack the Triple Entente.
B
Economic disputes in Europe led the Triple Entente to attack the Triple Alliance.
C
Ethnic unrest in the Balkans and Ottoman Empire caused conflict between the alliances.
D
Uprisings in many of the colonized regions of Africa caused conflict between the alliances.
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Which best explains why Great Britain, France, and Russia formed the Triple Entente?

A
They hoped to help each other imperialize Africa and counter the power of the Triple Alliance on that continent.
B
They feared the rising military power of Germany and sought to counter the power of the Triple Alliance.
C
They wanted to prevent conflict in the Balkans and convince the Triple Alliance not to interfere in the region.
D
They sought to surround Germany on two sides and convince the Triple Alliance not to expand its power.
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Why did Germany’s attempt to isolate France through the Triple Alliance fail?

A
France countered by creating the Triple Entente.
B
France attacked Germany before the alliance was solidified.
C
Russia felt threatened and attacked Germany.
D
Austria-Hungary backed out of the alliance.

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