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Which countries belonged to the Triple Alliance?
Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy
Which countries belonged to the The Triple Entente?
France, Russia and Britain
How did Germany (or Bismark) believe that all conflicts should be solved?
With military strenght or power, by "blood and iron".
Why did Germany play a leading role at the beginning of the 20th C?
Because Germany's industry and well-equipped army were a success.
Why was the Austria'Hungary Empire so difficult to rule?
Because the empire was made up of different peoples with different customs and language. and
What were Austria-Hungary's plans that Germany supported?
To take more land from the balkans and expand the territory.
What was Italy looking for?
It was looking for more territories to colonise.
Why it was convinient for Italy to join the Triple Alliance?
Because it was very weak and backward and its allies were strong.
What was France's concern?
To take revenge on Germany after they were defeated in the Franco-Prussian war
Why did France need to have allies?
To defeat Germany
How can you describe Russia before its alliance with France?
It was the largest country in territory and population, but it had made little progress in industry
How did Russia change after its alliance with France?
France gave them money to put a new industry in Russia
Who controlled Russia?
The Tsar
Why was Britain considered the "workshop of the world"?
Because its industrial goods were traded all over the world.
Why did Britain need allies?
To protect its empire
Why would Britain not need to ally to any country during the 19thC?
Because Britain was powerful. During the 19th C it had the strongest economy .
