10A3 treaty homework Flashcards
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When was the Treaty of Versailles signed?
The Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28 of 1919 in Paris, France.
When did World War 1 begin?
World War 1 began on August 1st 1914 when Germany declared war on Russia.
Why did Germany declare war on Russia?
Germany declared war on Russia because Russia had mobilized troops on Germany’s border.
When was the Armistice of World War I declared?
The war ended on November 11 1918.
Who were the big three and what nationality were they when it came to the Treaty of Versailles?
The Big Three were Woodrow Wilson(USA), Lloyd George(Britain), and Clemenceau(France).
What does BRAT stand for in the Treaty of Versailles?
Blame, Reparations, Army, and Territory.
What does MAIN stand for when it comes to the causes of the first world war?
Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, and Nationalism.
True of False, Germany was invited to the Treaty of Versailles?
False: Germany was not invited to attend the treaty of Versailles.
What was Germany’s reaction to the Treaty of Versailles?
Germans were furious at the Treaty because they felt that it had violated their human rights.
How many people died during World War 1?
At least 37 million people died due to World War 1.
True of False, Alsace-Loraine was given back to France due to the Treaty of Versailles?
True, Alsace-Loraine along with the Saar was given to France as a result of the Treaty of Versailles.
How much money did Germany have to pay as a reparation?
£6,600 million
What was the name of the new government in Germany after World War 1?
The name of the new government in Germany was called the Wiemar Republic.
Were the Big Three happy about the outcome of the Treaty of Versailles?
The Big Three were not pleased with the outcome of the treaty because they did not all get what they wanted.
Who was the leader of Germany before the war?
Kaiser Wilhelm the second was the leader of Germany before World War 1, he was very nationalistic.
Which of the Big Three wanted the worst treatment of Germany?
Clemenceau wanted the worst treatment of Germany, then there was Lloyd George, then Woodrow Wilson.
How many points did Woodrow Wilson have to bring to the Treaty of Versailles?
14 points
Name the Four other treaties that followed Versailles?
Treaty of Saint Germain (10 Sept 1919)Treaty of Trianon (4 June 1920)Treaty of Neuilly (27 Nov 1919)Treaty of Sèvres (10 Aug 1920)
What were 6 key principles of Wilson’s 14 points?
1.Setting up a League of Nations 2.Disarmament 3.Self-determination for the people of Europe - the right to rule themselves 4.Freedom for colonies 5.Freedom of the seas 6.Free trade
What is the war guilt clause? And what is it also known as?
The war guilt clause also known as Article 231, is that Germany had to take full and sole responsibility(Blame) for the outbreak of WWI
