Ch. 23 Study Guide World War I

Important terms

Pacifist People who are opposed to the use of violence. They were against World War I.

Socialists People who believed that industries should be publicly owned. They were also against World War I.

Entente An understanding between nations. Led to World War I in Europe.

Alliance Systems Defense agreements among nations. Led to World War I in Europe.

Reparations War debts, or damages, that Germany had to pay to Allied Powers. Stated in the Treaty of Versailles

Important Questions

What country fought in the war, but did not sign the Treaty of Versailles?

The United States of America

What sparked World War I to begin?

The Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

What treaty ended the war and punished Germany?

Treaty of Versailles

What is the difference between militarism and nationalism? Militarism – buildup of military strength. Why? To allow European nations to compete for overseas colonies. Nationalism – extreme pride in one’s country.

What helped protect American ships and soldiers crossing the Atlantic from U-boat attacks?

Convoys (teams of navy destroyers)

What did America do first after declaring war on Germany?

Mobilization

Which of the Fourteen Points did Wilson believe to be the most important?

Idea for “national self-determination”

Famous Quotes

“He kept us out of War” This quote is referring to Woodrow Wilson. In 1916, Wilson was running for President as the Democratic candidate. He won the election because he promised the people he would not send them to war.

“liberty sausage” and “liberty cabbage” Patriotic terms for every day foods. Referring to frankfurters and sauerkraut. (changed German names to American names)

Famous slogans used by Food Administration: “Serve Just Enough” “Use all leftovers” “Wheatless Mondays” “Meatless Tuesdays” “Porkless Thursdays”

The Food Administration encouraged Americans to do what?

Ration

More important questions

What established the military draft in the United States?

Selective Service Act

What is an agreement to stop fighting?

armistice

What is propaganda designed to do?

Influence public opinion

What was Woodrow Wilson’s plan for peace called?

Fourteen Points

Why did Americans become involved in World War I?

U-boats sinking our ships Zimmerman telegram