Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated by a Serbian terrorist organization. Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia, Russia defends Serbia, Germany defends Austria, etc...
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What countries belonged to the triple alliance?
Austria Hungary, Germany, Italy
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Why was Archduke Franz Ferdinand assassination?
Because Austria-Hungary invaded Bosnia.
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The name of the terrorist group who claimed responsibility for Archduke Franz Ferdinand's assassination?
Who was Black Hand?
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He is credited for having killed Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Who was Gavrilo Princip?
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Explain Trench Warfare.
Ms. Schwartz will determine if the answer is correct.
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What countries belonged to the triple entente?
Russia, Great Britain, USA.
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What were the names of the two alliances that emerged during the war?
Triple Alliance, Triple Entente.
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What is nationalism?
Extreme patriotism. Extreme pride in one's country or group.
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The name of the U.S. president during WWI.
Who was President Wilson?
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What was silent night? What made this event so remarkable?
Ms. Schwartz will tell you if the answer is correct.
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Name one effect of WWI on Germany.
1) Germany forced to pay for damages
2) Germany's military reduced.
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Why was WWI also called the Great War?
No one had ever seen a war on such a large scale before.
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What is militarism?
1) The glorification of the military
2) The building up of a military and armed forces.
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Who was Samuel F.B. Morse and why was he important to WWI?
Creator of the telegraph. Used telegraph to communicate with soldiers on the front lines.
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When did WWI begin?
July 28 1914.
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What was the name of treaty that ended WWI?
Treaty of Versailles.
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Why would a country join an alliance?
For protection.
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What are the Balkans?
The area south and south-east of Austria-Hungary whose instability is one reason for WWI.
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Who was Sophie? What does she have to do with WWI?
Sophie was Franz Ferdinand's wife. She was also murdered.
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Why did Great Britain enter WWI?
Germany invaded Belgium and Great Britain was allied with Belgium.
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How many years did WWI last?
4 years.
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If I wanted to find Yugoslavia or Czechoslovakia on a map where would I look?