8.9 FLASHCARD: Global Conflicts

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Why did alliances play such a key role as a cause to WWI?

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A fight with one nation led to conflict with many nations.

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Based on the quote shown above, what was the relationship between imperialism and World War I?

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Imperialism heightened the competition among nations that led to war.

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The type of warfare in Europe during WWI was: Naval battles, traditional cavalry charges, Air Raids, trench warfare

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trench warfare

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What impact did the Russian exit from World War I have on the Allied powers’ war effort?

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The Allied forces could no longer expect Germany to fight the war on two fronts.

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What is NOT a reason that the telegram gives for Mexico to join the Central Powers? Options: Germany will not sink Mexican ships., The Central Powers will help Mexico regain territory in the southern United States., Germany will help Mexico pay for the costs of war., Germany and Mexico will work to end the War and make peace.

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Germany will not sink Mexican ships.

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Based on the text above, what was the role of the Treaty of Versailles in building the German nationalism that eventually contributed to World War II?

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The treaty restricted Germany’s ability to secure and build important military items.

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Based on the text above, what was the intent of the German Economic Commission’s report?

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to warn that punishing Germany too severely would threaten the survival of the German population

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Based on the text, what was the role of the Treaty of Versailles in creating the conditions that led to World War II? Options: The treaty placed oppressive economic restrictions on Germany that contributed to widespread resentment. The treaty allowed all Allied countries to build military bases in Germany to constantly monitor it. The treaty required Germany to give up at least half of its territory to the French. The treaty left Germany’s citizens bankrupt and led to widespread starvation.

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The treaty required Germany to give up at least half of its territory to the French.

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What was the purpose of the League of Nations?

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To work together to make sure another world war didn't occur.

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The list below describes which form of government?

Characteristics of a Government:

1. 1. Absolute authority over the people
2. 2. Demands people's unconditional loyalty
3. 3. Glorifies aims of the government
4. 4. Controls all aspects of society

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Totalitarianism