Treaty of Versailles and efforts to avoid future wars - 6

Question 1

The Big Three:
Who were the “Big Three” at the Treaty of Versailles?

Answer 1

David Lloyd George (Britain), Georges Clemenceau (France), and Woodrow Wilson (USA).

Question 2

The Big Three:
What were David Lloyd George’s aims at the Treaty of Versailles?

Answer 2

To punish Germany, but not too harshly; protect British interests; prevent future wars.

Question 3

The Big Three:
What did Woodrow Wilson want from the peace settlement?

Answer 3

A fair peace, self-determination for nations, and the creation of the League of Nations.

Question 4

The Big Three:
What were Georges Clemenceau’s goals at the peace talks?

Answer 4

To punish Germany harshly, gain security for France, and demand reparations.

Question 5

Treaty of Versailles – Key Terms:
What was Germany forced to accept in the Treaty of Versailles?

Answer 5

Full responsibility for the war (War Guilt Clause).

Question 6

Treaty of Versailles – Key Terms:
What military restrictions were placed on Germany?

Answer 6

No air force, submarines, or tanks; army limited to 100,000 men.

Question 7

Treaty of Versailles – Key Terms:
What territorial losses did Germany suffer?

Answer 7

Lost land to France and other countries; overseas colonies taken.

Question 8

Treaty of Versailles – Key Terms:
What reparations were Germany forced to pay?

Answer 8

£6,600 million in war damages.

Question 9

League of Nations:
What was the League of Nations?

Answer 9

An international organization aimed at maintaining peace after WWI.

Question 10

League of Nations:
What were the goals of the League of Nations?

Answer 10

To settle disputes peacefully, stop wars, and improve global cooperation.

Question 11

League of Nations:
Name a success of the League of Nations.

Answer 11

Helped 400,000 slaves return home; solved territorial dispute between Greece and Bulgaria.

Question 12

League of Nations:
Name a failure of the League of Nations.

Answer 12

Failed to stop Japan invading Manchuria and Italy invading Abyssinia.

Question 13

General Understanding:
Why did the Treaty of Versailles lead to tension in Germany?

Answer 13

It was seen as too harsh, humiliating, and caused economic problems.

Question 14

General Understanding:
Why didn’t the USA join the League of Nations?

Answer 14

The US Senate voted against it; many Americans wanted isolation from European affairs.