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7.2 Causes of WWI
AP World History 7.2 causes of WW1
Question | Answer |
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What were the main causes of WWI? | The causes of World War I included imperialist expansion and competition for resources. In addition, territorial and regional conflicts combined with a flawed alliance system and intense nationalism to escalate the tensions into global conflict. |
What was Militarism? | Militarism: most nations were spending huge amounts on weapons; in some cases the armies were influencing political decisions |
What alliances were made during this time? | Alliances: original sides Germany, Italy, Austria-Hungary v. Russia, France, UK; danger of being dragged into conflict |
What was Imperialism? | Imperialism: competition for colonial empires made them more hostile |
What was Nationalism? | Nationalism: hyper patriotism and belief that the other peoples were inferior; desire to have one's own nation |
Who was assassinated in Serbia in June 1914? | Austrian Archduke assassinated in Serbia June 1914 (act out) |
What was the July Crisis? | July crisis: Austria-Hungary sent ultimatum to Serbia; Serbia complied but not completely |
What did Germany promise Austria-Hungary? | Germany promised Austria-Hungary a “blank check”; Russia mobilized, Austria-Hungary invaded Serbia; Germany threatened France and Russia |
What did the Schlieffen plan call for? | German Schlieffen plan called for its mobilization against France, then Russia |
Where did Germany invade? | Germany invaded Belgium and France; UK entered August |