World War I Key Terms

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War Of Attrition

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The wearing down of the enemy by continual losses of people and materials.

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Armistice

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An agreement to stop fighting.

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Stalemate

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A deadlock, in which neither side is able to defeat the other.

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Reparations

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Payments for the war damage.

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Total War

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All people and resources devoted to war efforts.

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Alliance

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Agreements or promises to defend and help another country.

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Nationalism

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The fourth cause of WWI, means to have extreme pride in your country and be willing to defend it.

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Imperialism

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Another cause of WWI, meaning to try and build an empire.

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Fourteen Points

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Wilson's plan for peace.

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Zimmerman Telegram

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A proposal to Mexico from Germany to attack the United States.