Conflict And Tention Flashcards
(19 cards)
What event marked the end of World War I?
The armistice was signed
The armistice effectively ended the fighting in World War I.
When was the armistice signed?
November 11, 1918
This date is commemorated as Armistice Day.
Where was the armistice signed?
On a train
The signing took place in a railway carriage.
How much was Germany’s reparations after World War I?
76 million
Germany was required to pay reparations as part of the peace settlement.
What territory was returned to France after World War I?
Alsace-Lorraine
This area was ceded back to France from Germany.
What was a consequence for Germany regarding its military after the armistice?
Germany had to move its army out of the Rhineland
This was part of the terms imposed on Germany to limit its military presence.
How many soldiers died before the ceasefire?
Around 11,000 soldiers
These casualties occurred in the final hours of the conflict.
What was the impact of World War I on infrastructure in France and Belgium?
300,000 houses, 6,000 factories, 1,600 km of railway, and 132 coal mines were destroyed
The war caused extensive damage to both countries’ infrastructure.
True or False: The armistice was signed at a location in a city.
False
The armistice was signed on a train, not in a city.
Fill in the blank: The armistice was signed on _______.
November 11, 1918
Who were the leaders of the ‘Big Three’ at the Paris Peace Conference?
Woodrow Wilson, David Lloyd George, Georges Clemenceau
The ‘Big Three’ refers to the main Allied leaders during World War I, who played a significant role in the peace negotiations.
When did the Paris Peace Conference take place?
January 1919
This conference was crucial for establishing the peace terms following World War I.
What was Woodrow Wilson’s main objective at the Paris Peace Conference?
Achieve world peace
Wilson aimed to create a lasting peace and prevent future conflicts.
What did Wilson’s 14 Points emphasize?
Self-determination and the right for a country to rule themselves
These points were intended to address the causes of the war and promote fair peace arrangements.
What was one of Wilson’s key aims regarding Germany?
Punish Germany but not too harshly
Wilson believed in a balanced approach to avoid future resentment and conflict.
Fill in the blank: Clemenceau represented _______ at the Paris Peace Conference.
France
Fill in the blank: David Lloyd George represented _______ at the Paris Peace Conference.
Britain
What were the three aims mentioned regarding the Paris Peace Conference?
- Punish Germany
- Self-determination
- Return of territories
These aims reflect the different priorities of the leaders involved.
True or False: The Paris Peace Conference was held in 1918.
False
The conference took place in January 1919.
