Question

Compare the speech by Edward Grey to the speech by Kaiser Wilhelm II. What do both leaders agree on about entering World War I?(1 point) Responses It is important to support an ally. It is important to support an ally. Imperialism was a primary cause of the war. Imperialism was a primary cause of the war. The war is a result of ill will by those opposed to the strength of Germany. The war is a result of ill will by those opposed to the strength of Germany. Britain would lose respect if it failed to support Belgium.

Answer 1

Both Edward Grey and Kaiser Wilhelm II emphasize the importance of supporting allies in their speeches regarding the lead-up to World War I. Grey stresses that Britain must uphold its commitments to Belgium and support its ally, while Wilhelm also reflects on the need to stand by allies, particularly in the context of defending German interests against perceived threats. This alignment on the necessity of supporting allies is a key point of agreement between the two leaders as they articulate their positions on entering the war.