Treaty of Versailles Flashcards
(20 cards)
What were the main treaties signed between 1919 and 1923 that ended World War I?
The main treaties were the Treaty of Versailles (1919), the Treaty of Saint-Germain (1919), the Treaty of Trianon (1920), the Treaty of Sèvres (1920), and the Treaty of Lausanne (1923).
True or False: The Treaty of Versailles imposed heavy reparations on Germany.
True
Fill in the blank: The Treaty of Versailles was signed on _______.
June 28, 1919
Which country was primarily blamed for the outbreak of World War I in the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany
What was a key territorial change for Germany as a result of the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany lost territories such as Alsace-Lorraine to France and parts of Prussia to Poland.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a mandate created by the treaties?
A. German East Africa
What was the purpose of the League of Nations established by the Treaty of Versailles?
To promote peace and cooperation among countries to prevent future conflicts.
True or False: The Treaty of Saint-Germain affected Austria’s borders and military capabilities.
True
Short Answer: What was one major criticism of the treaties by historians?
Many historians argue that the treaties were too harsh and created resentment in Germany.
What was the outcome of the Treaty of Trianon for Hungary?
Hungary lost about two-thirds of its territory and significant populations to neighboring countries.
Fill in the blank: The Treaty of Sèvres aimed to dismantle the _______ Empire.
Ottoman
Multiple Choice: Which treaty replaced the Treaty of Sèvres?
C. Treaty of Lausanne
True or False: The Treaty of Lausanne restored the Ottoman Empire in its entirety.
False
What was one of the main reasons for the failure of the League of Nations?
The absence of the United States and the inability to enforce decisions.
Short Answer: How did the treaties affect the political landscape of Europe?
The treaties redrew borders and created new nations, leading to instability and future conflicts.
What was the impact of the treaties on Germany’s economy?
The reparations and loss of territory severely weakened Germany’s economy, leading to hyperinflation.
Fill in the blank: The Treaty of Versailles included a ‘war guilt’ clause, which is Article ______.
231
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major consequence of the Treaties of 1919-23?
B. Rise of nationalist movements in Europe
True or False: The treaties were universally accepted and praised by all nations involved.
False
What was one positive outcome of the treaties according to some historians?
They established a framework for international diplomacy and future peace negotiations.
