Exploring Military Alliances of World War I

What was a major reason for World War I escalating into a global conflict?

• Technological advancements

• Economic disparities

• Alliance systems

• Colonial disputes

What role did alliances play in the outbreak of World War I?

• They were a pretext for war

• They prevented the war

• Minor role

• No role

What did the Treaty of London in 1839 guarantee?

• France's support for Belgium

• Britain's protection of Belgium's neutrality

• Russia's alliance with Belgium

• Germany's non-aggression pact with Belgium

How did the Treaty of London affect Britain's actions at the start of World War I?

• It was ignored by Britain

• It led to Britain declaring war on Germany

• It was a minor consideration

• It compelled Britain to defend Belgium

What was the primary purpose of the Dual Alliance Treaty of 1879?

• To isolate France economically

• To initiate trade agreements with Russia

• Mutual protection between Germany and Austria-Hungary against Russia

• To support Italy's military expansion

What was the strategic significance of the Dual Alliance Treaty for Germany?

• It was meant to intimidate Britain

• It was primarily economic

• It provided a defensive stance against Russia

• It secured German naval interests

Which countries formed the Triple Entente?

• Britain, France, Russia

• Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy

• Britain, Germany, Austria-Hungary

• France, Italy, Russia

What was the outcome of the Franco-Russian Military Convention?

• It isolated Germany

• It led to immediate military conflict

• It was a trade agreement

• It strengthened military ties between France and Russia

Why did Italy not support the Triple Alliance when World War I began?

• It chose to side with the Triple Entente instead

• Lack of military readiness

• Due to economic pressures from Britain

• Because of a secret treaty with Russia

What impact did Italy's decision have on the Triple Alliance?

• It strengthened the alliance

• It led to the dissolution of the alliance

• It had no impact

• It weakened the alliance