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Causes of World War 1
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- 1What was the name of the defensive alliance formed by Germany with Italy and Austria-Hungary?The Triple Alliance.
- 2When was it formed?1882
- 3Why was it formed?It was formed because Germany wanted new alliances, they feared France would attack.
- 4What did this cause?This made France form an alliance with Russia.
- 5What was the name of the alliance and when was it formed?It was called the dual entente and was formed in 1894.
- 6What happened during the 1800s?Britain became more interested in empire building in Africa and Asia than Europe affairs
- 7When did Britain engage more with Europe?In beginning of 1900
- 8Why did this happen?This happened because Britain signed a treaty with France.
- 9What was the name of the treaty?Entente Cordiale
- 10What happened in 1907?Russia, France and Britain formed an alliance
- 11What was the alliance known as?The Triple Entente.
- 12what was a major consequence of the alliance systemA major consequence of the alliance system was an increasing demand for more money.
- 13What did they need the money for?New armamnets (arms race)
- 14What happened in early 20th century?The nations of Europe became increasingly distrustful of each other.
- 15why did this happen?France and Britain argued over colonial borders, especially in Africa. Germany wanted to develop its own colonies and challenged the right of France.
- 16What happened in 1905 and 1911?There were two incidents involving Germany and France over Morocco.
- 17What did Britain and France do on both occasions?They forced Germany back down.
- 18What was the final cause/step to war?The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
- 19What happened after?Austria demanded a larger role in Serbian affairs.
- 20What caused the nations to go into war?Russia backed Serbia, its neighbour and Germany id the same with its neighbour Austria.
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