HISTORY Flashcards
Although all the following are true to an extent, what is the dictionary’s definition of an alliance?
A union or connection of interests’ is the dictionary definition of an alliance.
What of these countries had a 44-year-old score to settle with Germany in 1914?
France had a 44-year-old score to settle with Germany in 1914.
The belief that their country and race were superior to others led Europeans to conquer and colonise vast areas of territory all over the globe in the 19th century. Another way to say this would be…
The belief that their country and race were superior to others led Europeans to conquer and colonise vast areas of territory all over the globe in the 19th century. Another way to say this would be Nationalism led to imperialism.
Which country was least wedded to the Triple Alliance?
Italy was least wedded to the Triple Alliance.
What was Plan 17?
Plan 17 was a French military plan to invade Germany.
Which province, taken from France by Germany, was France determined to regain?
France was determined to regain Alsace and Lorraine.
Why was the Treaty of London crucially important?
By the terms of the 1839 treaty, Britain promised to defend Belgium
What were the Germany Navy Laws of 1898 and 1900 an example of?
The Germany Navy Laws of 1898 and 1900 were an example of Militarism.
What country was most threatened by Austro-Hungarian plans to expand into the Balkans by annexing Bosnia?
Russia was most threatened by Austro-Hungarian plans to expand into the Balkans by annexing Bosnia.
What of aspects of German policy probably frightened Britain most?
‘Expanding the German navy’ was the aspect of German policy which probably frightened Britain most.
