Global Conflicts (1900-Present)
What role did nationalist movements within Austria-Hungary's diverse ethnic groups play in precipitating conditions that led to its involvement in WWI?
Strengthening central government resolve against external threats solidifying multicultural alliances within
Aggravating internal divisions which threatened the empire's stability necessitating aggressive foreign policy moves
Promoting political reform aimed at increased autonomy thus decreasing likelihood of international conflict
Hindering industrial development due prioritizing cultural preservation over economic growth potentially limiting warfare capacities
The implementation of which economic policy is most closely associated with the rise of nationalism and competitive militarization preceding World War I?
Welfare Statism
Laissez-faire Economics
Free Trade Agreements
Protectionism
Which economic system's expansion in the 19th century directly contributed to European imperialist activities by fostering a need for raw materials and markets?
Industrial Capitalism
Mercantilism
Guild System
Feudalism
Which of the following statements best describes the role of industrialization in causing World War I?
The technological advancements resulting from industrialization made warfare more humane, reducing the likelihood of war.
Industrialization led to the spread of democracy and peaceful conflict resolution, reducing the likelihood of war.
The arms race between nations that resulted from industrialization contributed to the tensions that led to the outbreak of war.
Industrialization led to economic interdependence between nations, reducing the likelihood of war.
Why did the Berlin Conference fail to prevent conflict among European powers leading up to World War One?
The provisions were vague and left room for interpretation leading to future disputes over colonial boundaries
International recognition of African sovereignty ensured peaceful colonization efforts
Mutual assistance agreements provided adequate defense mechanisms against aggression
Uniform regulations over trade routes promoted economic stability decreasing hostilities
How did the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand affect international relations?
It had no significant impact as it was considered an isolated event by most nations at the time.
It resulted in immediate peace talks among European powers to prevent war.
It caused countries outside Europe to form new alliances with European states.
It triggered a series of diplomatic crises that led to declarations of war.
Which event, occurring simultaneously with the emergence of militarism in Germany and Italy, significantly exacerbated the international tensions that led to World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
The sinking of RMS Titanic.
The outbreak of Spanish Influenza.
The signing of the Treaty of Versailles.

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Which pre-WWI conflict intensified nationalistic sentiments among the Slavic people and set a precedent for future tensions?
Boer War
Sino-Japanese War
Bosnian Crisis of 1908
Russo-Japanese War
What warfare development greatly increased casualty rates during WWI?
Drones
Trench Warfare
Atomic Weapons
Fighter Jets
Which development lead to increased mobility during WWI?
Canals
Electricity
Railways
Internal Combustion Engine