Which countries formed the Triple Entente in WWI?
France, the United Kingdom, and Russia.
Which countries formed the Triple Alliance in WWI?
Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
What were European countries' goals at the twentieth century's start?
To defend economic interests, protect themselves, and extend colonies.
When did Germany declare war on France in WWI?
On 3 August 1914.
What event marked the outbreak of the First World War?
Germany's declaration of war on France on 3 August 1914.
When was the war of movement phase in WWI?
From August to November 1914.
When did the war of position phase occur in WWI?
From December 1914 to March 1918.
When did the war return to a war of movement in WWI?
From March to November 1918.
What is trench warfare?
A combat form with opposing armies in fortified trenches making little advance.
What did a trench system include besides first-line trenches?
Second-line trenches, shelters, communication trenches called boyaux, and no man’s land.
When did the Battle of Verdun take place?
From 21 February to 18 December 1916.
Which forces fought in the Battle of Verdun?
French and German forces.
Why did the Battle of Verdun symbolize the war's violence?
It caused about 300,000 victims and harsh soldier living conditions.
What caused many French soldiers to refuse fighting in 1917?
The horrors of combat led many French soldiers to refuse fighting in 1917.
Who improved French soldiers' living conditions in 1917?
Philippe Pétain softened their living conditions in 1917.
Why were French soldiers exhausted during the war?
They were exhausted by the absence of leave.
Why did French soldiers feel their repeated attacks were useless?
Because the attacks produced no results.
How did the population respond to the effects of the war?
The population began to strike and revolt.
In which year did the Ottoman government organize the Armenian genocide?
1915
What did the Ottoman government accuse Armenians of during the genocide?
Disturbing peace, joining the enemy, and betraying the empire for Russia.
What actions did the Ottoman government order against the Armenians?
Assembly, deportation, shooting, or imprisonment in the desert.
Who ordered Armenians to leave within five days under escort in 1915?
Ottoman Interior Minister Talat Pacha.
What did Talat Pacha's communiqué prohibit Armenians from doing during deportation?
Selling their property.
Approximately how many deaths resulted from the Armenian genocide?
About 1.2 million deaths.
How is the Armenian genocide historically classified in the twentieth century?
As the first genocide of the twentieth century.
On which date did the armistice end World War I fighting?
11 November 1918
When was the Treaty of Versailles signed after World War I?
28 June 1919
During which dates did the Battle of the Marne occur?
From 5 to 12 September 1914
Test your knowledge with 15 questions on Civilians and Soldiers in World War I.
1. Which countries formed the Triple Entente during the First World War?
2. Which countries belonged to the Triple Alliance during the First World War?
Review the complete course in the study sheet for Civilians and Soldiers in World War I.
See study sheet →Import your course and AI generates flashcards in 30 seconds.
Flashcard generator