Asked by Makayla

What actions were taken by Kaiser Wilhelm II that increased tension on the European continent? Select 4.

built a bridge to Sweden
built up the German Navy
created an alliance with England
failed to keep a friendly relationship with Russia
he competed for colonial territory
built a railroad to Constantinople

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Selected answers:
- built up the German Navy — sparked a naval arms race with Britain and raised tensions.
- failed to keep a friendly relationship with Russia — Reinsurance Treaty lapsed and Russia drifted toward France.
- he competed for colonial territory — Germany’s imperial ambitions increased rivalries with other powers.
- built a railroad to Constantinople — German railway projects (e.g., the Berlin–Baghdad/Bosporus interests) threatened British/Russian strategic interests and increased tensions.