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What is nationalism?
A feeling of intense loyalty to a country or group.
What was Germany’s reaction to Great Britain and France borrowing US money to pay for their war efforts?
There is a place where Christmas comes before Thanksgiving. Where is it?
The Dictionary
Why did the US face labor shortages during the early days of World War I?
Millions of men left had left their jobs to serve in the armed forces, and few immigrants had arrived in the US
Which US state only borders one other?
Maine
What nation did Austria-Hungary blame for the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
Serbia
Why do you think the US felt that Germany asking Mexico to be “on their side”, in the letter from Zimmermann, was threatening?
Because Mexico shares a border with the US
Did the convoy system work?
Yes; in one year shipping losses dropped and not one American soldier heading to Europe was lost to a submarine.
What is a pacifist?
A person who is opposed to the use of violence.
(Name 1 famous pacifist to receive 50 extra points)
Who were the "Big Four"?
Great Britain, Italy, US, and France
Which fruit resembles at least 60% match to human DNA?
Bananas
How did President Wilson use the Russian Revolution to gain public support for the war?
Because the news Russian government was more democratic, he could say the war was for Democracy.
What is a kaiser?
German emperor
What was the goal of the National War Labor Board?
8 hour work day, overtime pay, equal pay for women, and a right to form unions
What is a reparation?
Payment for damages usually caused in a war
How did the alliance system create a dangerous situation?
Because nations promised to help each other, small issues could turn into large problems.
What is the Selective Service Act more commonly known as?
The Draft
Why were the American soldiers known as “doughboys”?
Because of their "doughy" looking buttons
Who is BK from Texas?
Beyonce Knowles
Who is Henry Cabot Lodge?
Man who opposed the signing of the Treaty of Versaille
What is militarism?
Celebration of military ideals and a rapid build of military power
How many chambers does a human heart have?
Why was the US able to step into the war and make quick advancements?
They had fresh, healthy men who had not been in comabt yet.
Why were African Americans moving out of the South so quickly?
Because of job opportunities and more freedom
What is national self-determination
The right of people to decide how they should be governed.