Read this passage:Several factors led to the beginning of World War I. The most immediate cause was the assassination of the Austrian archduke Franz Ferdinand by a Serbian nationalist in 1914. As tensions exploded, many countries got involved because their quest for power had led them to form alliances that included mutual defense agreements. At the same time, a race for global domination was also gaining momentum as European nations raced to be the first to colonize Asia and Africa. In many arenas, nationalism was sweeping Europe, as each country fought to defend its own dominance and power.Which excerpt from the text best shows that the passage uses a cause-and-effect pattern?A.Several factors led to the beginning of World War I.B.the assassination of the Austrian archduke Franz Ferdinand by a Serbian nationalist in 1914C.European nations raced to be the first to colonize Asia and AfricaD.In many arenas, nationalism was sweeping Europe

Read this passage:In the years leading up to World War I, many Serbs were outraged that Austria-Hungary controlled territories with large ethnically Serb populations. They wanted these territories to be controlled by the independent nation-state of Serbia. This created tensions between Serbs and Austria-Hungary that would eventually contribute to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.Which contributing factor to World War I does the passage most clearly reflect?A.The alliance systemB.NationalismC.MilitarismD.ImperialismSUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

, compose a well written body paragraph of 8-10 sentences in which you answer the following question. Be sure to use and cite evidence from the documents and your class notes in yourresponse.Prompt: Historians generally attribute the causes of World War I to be militarism, alliance systems, imperialism and nationalism. Select ONE of the four main cause and explain why you think it is the cause that most contributed to the outbreak of World War One.

What is considered one cause of World War I?A.Germany broke a promise to the United Nations by attacking Poland.B.King Leopold of Belgium was assassinated by Serbian activists.C.Several European countries experienced the rise of fascist dictators.D.European countries built up enormous armies to protect their colonies.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Which of the following was a contributing factor in causing World War I?Rise of imperialism in European countriesClaims France made against Germany in the Crimean WarUnequal balance of power in European countriesDecline of nationalism among large European countries

Which statement best describes a cause of World War I?A.Economic depression led to the rise of fascist leaders in Germany and Italy.B.Communism led many citizens to call for political changes in their nations.C.Enlightenment ideas led to the creation of new democratic nations.D.Imperialism led to conflicts over colonial resources, labor, and markets.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS