Causes of WW1
Who was assassinated in Sarajevo in June 1914?
Archduke Franz Ferdinand
What European country colonised Vietnam in the 19th century?
France
Who was the Tsar of Russia at the outbreak of World War I?
Tsar Nicholas II.
What was the nickname given to the Balkans because of their instability?
The Powder Keg of Europe
What alliance did Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy belong to before World War 1?
The Triple Alliance
Who led the Viet Minh during the struggle for independence?
Hi Chi Minh
What year did Tsar Nicholas II abdicate?
15th March, 1917
Who was the leader of the Viet Minh?
Ho Chi Minh
Explain why the Balkans were often referred to as the “powder keg of Europe.”
Because of nationalist tensions, ethnic rivalries, and great power competition — conflict was likely.
Why was the Japanese occupation of Vietnam during World War II significant for the rise of nationalist movements?
It weakened French authority and allowed the Viet Minh to rise as a nationalist force.
Why did Nicholas II’s decision to take personal command of the army in 1915 weaken the Romanov dynasty?
He was blamed for defeats, and left government in the hands of Alexandra and Rasputin.
What battle in 1954 forced the French to withdraw from Indochina?
Battle of Dien Bien Phu
How did militarism contribute to rising tensions in Europe before 1914?
An increase in expenditure by 300% causing an Arms race with the Dreadnoughts and made war seem inevitable.
Explain the importance of the Battle of Dien Bien Phu in 1954.
It was the French defeat that ended colonial rule and led to the Geneva Accords.
Describe two ways World War I worsened economic conditions in Russia.
Food shortages from transport/farming issues and inflation from printing money.
Which year did the February Revolution occur in Russia?
8th March 1917
To what extent was Germany responsible for the outbreak of World War I?
Germany encouraged Austria-Hungary, had the Schlieffen Plan, and escalated tensions — but other powers also contributed.
Evaluate the political, social, and economic impacts of decolonisation in Indochina up to 1954.
Political division at the 17th parallel, social upheaval and casualties, and economic devastation.
To what extent was World War I the main factor in the collapse of the Romanov dynasty in 1917?
WWI exposed leadership failures and economic collapse, but long-term issues also weakened the dynasty.
Assess how World War I undermined support for the Tsarist regime.
Defeats, casualties, shortages, and the Tsar's poor leadership destroyed public support.