WW1 Flashcards
(15 cards)
What event is commonly cited as the immediate cause of World War 1?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.
True or False: World War 1 began in 1914.
True.
Fill in the blank: The alliance system in Europe was primarily divided into the ______ and the ______.
Allies; Central Powers.
Which countries were part of the Allies?
France, Britain, Russia, and later the United States.
What was the primary type of warfare used in World War 1?
Trench warfare.
Name one major technological advancement used in World War 1.
Machine guns.
Multiple Choice: Which treaty ended World War 1? A) Treaty of Versailles B) Treaty of Paris C) Treaty of Ghent
A) Treaty of Versailles.
What year did World War 1 officially end?
1918.
True or False: The United States entered World War 1 in 1917.
True.
Fill in the blank: The ______ was a significant battle on the Western Front that lasted from 1916 to 1917.
Battle of the Somme.
What was the main purpose of the League of Nations established after World War 1?
To promote peace and prevent future conflicts.
Which empire collapsed as a result of World War 1?
The Ottoman Empire.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a consequence of World War 1? A) Economic boom B) Global recession C) Technological stagnation
B) Global recession.
What was the significance of the Zimmermann Telegram?
It was a secret communication from Germany to Mexico proposing a military alliance against the United States.
True or False: Women gained the right to vote in many countries after World War 1.
True.
