World War I Begins — Unit test Answers

The map shows territories held by countries in 1914.According to the map, which country was the biggest threat to European nations in 1914?

At the start of the war, which countries were on the side of the Central Powers? Check all that apply.

Which area of Europe was fought over because its iron and coal deposits were important to industrialization?

What countries comprised the Triple Alliance?

What did the Schlieffen Plan call for Germany to do?

This chart shows US citizens’ participation in wartime activities.What relationship does the chart show between active military and employed workers?

How did soldiers adapt to the use of chemical weapons?

Why did Austria-Hungary annex Bosnia and Herzegovina?

The chart shows armed forces in Europe in 1914. Which nation would most likely have the biggest advantage during a European war, and why?

Why did Germany’s attempt to isolate France through the Triple Alliance fail?

By 1914, imperialism had fed into European tensions because of

Which events in 1917 caused the United States to enter World War I? Check all that apply.

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Rising nationalism led to conflict over Alsace-Lorraine between France and

Why was Edith Cavell used in anti-German propaganda posters?

Which best explains why Great Britain, France, and Russia formed the Triple Entente?

What best describes the way in which German colonies became involved in the war?

Which country resented the number of French and British colonial holdings?

Which factors created rising tensions between European powers before World War I? Check all that apply.

Which is the correct order of countries that joined World War I following Austria-Hungary’s declaration of war on Serbia?