Paris Peace Conference Overview

The Paris Peace Conference began on January 18, 1919, to establish peace terms after World War I. The conference was delayed due to British Prime Minister David Lloyd George's election call. Dominated by the Big Four—Britain, France, the USA, and Italy—the conference involved complex negotiations and compromises. The defeated nations were excluded until draft treaties were ready. The conference produced five treaties, including the Treaty of Versailles, and concluded with the League of Nations' inauguration in 1920.

What was the main purpose of the Paris Peace Conference held in January 1919?

• To form a new alliance among European nations

• To discuss economic recovery plans

• To establish the terms of peace after World War I

• To celebrate the end of World War I

Why was there a delay in starting the Paris Peace Conference?

• To allow time for the defeated nations to prepare

• To wait for the League of Nations to be formed

• Because of a general election called by the British Prime Minister

• Due to harsh winter conditions

Which nations were part of the 'Big Four' that dominated the Paris Peace Conference?

• Britain, France, USA, and Italy

• Russia, Japan, China, and India

• Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Turkey

• Spain, Portugal, Greece, and Belgium

How many commissions were the diplomats divided into during the Paris Peace Conference?

• 100

• 1646

• 52

• 27

What was the role of the defeated nations in the Paris Peace Conference?

• They hosted the conference sessions

• They led the discussions on reparations

• They were excluded until the draft treaties were prepared

• They were active participants in the negotiations

Which treaty is the Paris Peace Conference best known for producing?

• Treaty of Neuilly

• Treaty of Sèvres

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Trianon

What was the Treaty of Versailles primarily concerned with?

• Forming a new European Union

• Creating a global economic plan

• Dealing with Germany

• Establishing new trade routes

Which treaty dealt with Austria following the Paris Peace Conference?

• Treaty of Neuilly

• Treaty of Saint-Germain

• Treaty of Trianon

• Treaty of Sèvres

When was the Treaty of Versailles signed?

• November 1918

• June 1919

• January 1919

• March 1920

What significant event marked the end of the Paris Peace Conference?

• The signing of the Treaty of Trianon

• The inauguration of the League of Nations

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The withdrawal of the USA from negotiations