Causes of WWI Flashcards
1
Q
What are the MAIN Causes of WWI?
A
Militarism: the act of building up a military, causing tension with neighboring countries
Alliances: and agreement between countries for mutual protection
Imperialism: competition between countries for colonies and the resources they provide
Nationalism: the belief that you and your country are superior-right to take from others
2
Q
What countries were part of the Triple Entente?
A
Great Britain, France and Russia
3
Q
What countries were part of the Triple Alliance?
A
Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy
4
Q
What countries were neutral throughout the war?
A
Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, Norway, Sweden and Albania
5
Q
Who’s death caused WWI?
A
Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife
