Did Italy have to protect Germany and Austria-Hungary? Why?
No, because the alliance was only against France.
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Was Italy still neutral before changing sides in the war?
Yes
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How many battles did Austria-Hungary and Italy fight?
11 battles
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Who was in the Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance?
France, Britain, Russia; Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy
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What were the initial views of the Italian government on joining the war?
The government believed that they should stay out of the war and be neutral.
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Who did Italy declare war on?
Austria-Hungary
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When were the battles between Austria-Hungary and Italy fought?
1915-1917
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What kind of alliance was signed between the countries in the Triple Alliance?
A defensive alliance
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What is one more reason why Italy refused to contribute to the Triple Alliance?
1) Many Italians disagreed with this idea and it was unpopular among most of them
2) Britain offered large sections of land to Italy even though they were allies with Germany and Austria-Hungary.
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What did Italy sign after changing sides?
The Treaty of London
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Who helped Austria-Hungary win the war?
Germany
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What kind of alliance was signed between the countries in the Triple Entente?
A friendly agreement
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What is another reason why Italy refused to join the war initially?
1) Britain offered large sections of land to Italy even though they were allies with Germany and Austria-Hungary.
2) Many Italians disagreed with this idea and it was unpopular among most of them
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What was another reason why Italy changed sides?
Austria's "Unjust" attack on Serbia
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Give one reason(s) why Italy's defeat was significant
1) It prompted its allies to help and take the initiative
2) But even though Austria-Hungary won, they lost a lot of things
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Who did Germany and Austria-Hungary promise to defend Italy against?
France
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What is the significance of Italy being neutral before the war?
Other countries were keen to secure an alliance with Italy which caused tension
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After declaring war on Austria-Hungary, how did the Italian army advance?
They advanced into the South Tyrol region and to the Isonzo river
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Give another reason(s) why Italy's defeat was significant
1) It prompted its allies to help and take the initiative
2) But even though Austria-Hungary won, they lost a lot of things