What caused the First World War?：練習問題

Which of the following was a key alliance that existed in Europe prior to the outbreak of the First World War?

What was the primary goal of the German Schlieffen Plan at the outbreak of the First World War?

Following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, what was the significance of the 'blank cheque' given by Germany to Austria-Hungary?

Which of the following was a member of the Triple Alliance formed in 1882?

How did the Moroccan Crisis of 1905–06 affect the diplomatic landscape of Europe before the First World War?

Identify two terms of the Entente Cordiale signed between Great Britain and France in 1904.

Explain how the Blank Cheque issued by Germany in July 1914 escalated the crisis following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

State two ways in which the outcome of the Second Balkan War (1913) altered the balance of power in the region.

(a) Describe the key terms of the Anglo-Russian Entente of 1907.

(b) Why did the Moroccan Crisis of 1905–1906 increase international tension between the European Great Powers?

(a) What was the 'blank cheque' given by Germany to Austria-Hungary in July 1914?

(b) Why did the naval arms race between Britain and Germany develop after 1898?

(c) 'The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was the main reason for the outbreak of general war in Europe in 1914.' How far do you agree with this statement? Explain your answer.