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World War I Begins — Quiz

Question 10 • World History CR SUSD (EX)

How did the annexation of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1908 intensify the rivalry between Austria-Hungary and Serbia?

Answer
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
Serbia vowed revenge and recruited Russia to attack Austria-Hungary.
D
Austria-Hungary attacked Serbia to stop ethnic unrest.

Explanation

Austria-Hungary annexed Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1908, angering Serbia, which wanted to unite South Slavic peoples and had hoped to expand its influence there. Serbia vowed to reclaim the territory from Austria-Hungary, increasing tensions between the two countries. The correct choice is “Serbia vowed to take back the annexed territory from Austria-Hungary.”

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