World War I had many different causes, by the spark that caused the war was:(1 point)

1.French support of Germany’s enemies.
2.the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
3.Britain’s support for Belgium.
4.the Moroccan Crisis of 1911. the Moroccan Crisis of 1911.

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The spark that caused World War I was (2) the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

Which of the following directly caused France, Germany, and Russia to get involved in World War I?(2 points)
1.The alliance system.
2.economic problems.
3.unrestricted submarine warfare.
4.food shortages.

The correct answer is (1) The alliance system. The intricate system of alliances and agreements between countries was a key factor that led to the involvement of France, Germany, and Russia in World War I following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

Which of the following accurately summarizes the United States’ involvement and military role in World War I?(1 point)
1.The U.S. became involved in World War I after the Zimmermann Telegram and sent troops to provided military reinforcements and support.
2. The U.S became involved when the Hindenburg exploded.
3.The U.S. became involved in World War I when the Selective Service Act was passed, which provided Allied forces military support.
4.The U.S. became involved after the ammunition depot attacks in New Jersey and New York.

The correct answer is (1) The U.S. became involved in World War I after the Zimmermann Telegram and sent troops to provide military reinforcements and support.

How was imperialism a cause of World War I?(1 point)
1.Rivalry over overseas territories increased tensions in Europe.
2.Efforts to stimulate trade increased tensions in European colonies.
3.Alliances among overseas territories increased tensions in Europe.
4.Colonies' efforts to gain independence increased tensions in Europe.

The correct answer is (1) Rivalry over overseas territories increased tensions in Europe. Imperialism led to competition for colonies and resources, which heightened tensions among the European powers and contributed to the outbreak of World War I.

What was the connection between the Russian Revolution and the Russian Civil War?(2 points)
1.The United States tried to make peace in both.
2.While the Germans overthrew the tsar, the Civil War was an internal matter.
3.The Tsar tried to make peace in both.
4.The Russian Revolution led to major disagreements about the country’s political future, resulting in war.

The correct answer is (4) The Russian Revolution led to major disagreements about the country’s political future, resulting in war. The revolution resulted in the overthrow of the tsar and the rise of the Bolsheviks, which created factions and conflicts that culminated in the Russian Civil War.

Which of the following best explains the political role of the U.S. during World War I?(1 point)
1.Although the U.S. joined the war late, it played an influential role in the peace process.
2.Because the war was not fought in the U.S., Americans did not play an important political role.
3.Neither the Allies nor the Central powers were interested in support from the U.S.
4.The political role of the U.S. was limited to 1917–1918, the time it actually fought in the war.

The correct answer is (1) Although the U.S. joined the war late, it played an influential role in the peace process. After the war, President Woodrow Wilson was a key figure in the negotiations at the Paris Peace Conference, advocating for the League of Nations and other points outlined in his Fourteen Points.