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World War I Begins

Question 1 • SA CR World History Semester 1 Knapp

When did Great Britain enter World War I?

Answer
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

Explanation

Great Britain declared war on Germany on August 4, 1914, after German forces invaded neutral Belgium to reach France. Britain had guaranteed Belgium’s neutrality, so the invasion was the immediate trigger for its entry into the war. The correct choice is “after Germany invaded Belgium in order to attack France.”

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