Exploring the Causes of World War 1

What event directly triggered the outbreak of World War I?

• The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

• The invasion of Belgium

• The signing of the Triple Entente

• The Battle of Liege

Who was the heir to the throne of Austria-Hungary assassinated in 1914?

• Kaiser Wilhelm II

• Archduke Franz Ferdinand

• Tsar Nicholas II

• King George V

What was the main belief of the group that assassinated Franz Ferdinand?

• Anarchism

• Communism

• Capitalism

• Pan-Slavism

Which ideology was a long-term cause of World War I that involved extending a country's power over others?

• Nationalism

• Militarism

• Imperialism

• Federalism

Which country's unification alarmed British nationalists due to its rising power?

• Italy

• Germany

• Austria-Hungary

• Russia

What was the primary goal of militarism as a long-term cause of World War I?

• To reduce military spending

• To promote peace

• To strengthen military forces

• To encourage alliances

Which war is mentioned as an example of militarism before World War I?

• The First Balkan War

• The Spanish-American War

• The American Civil War

• The Franco-Prussian War

What was the main effect of imperialism on global relations prior to World War I?

• Increased economic cooperation

• Improved diplomatic relations

• Intensified rivalries for territories

• Decreased military conflicts

Which alliance was formed in response to the Triple Alliance?

• Anglo-Russian Agreement

• Franco-Russian Alliance

• Triple Entente

• All of the above

Which event marked the beginning of World War I battles?

• The Battle of the Somme

• The Battle of Ypres

• The Battle of Verdun

• The Battle of Liege