Question

Which factor do you believe was the most influential on the outbreak of World War I and why? Write at least 4 sentences in explanation and use examples from the text.

Answer 1

1.) Death of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

2.) Underlying tensions from militaristic buildup and intense nationalism

3.) Previous issues of Imperialistic practice. Many wanted each others territories in Africa.

4.) to expand an ever growing empire. And to make a name for themselves. (This was a time of great strife.)