In your essay, describe the 4 contributing factors listed above. What happened with them and why did they cause tension that lead to war? Be specific! Which cause do you believe was the major factor behind the outbreak of the First World War?

Midterm Examination essay

History 202

WWI began in 1914 as a result of 4 contributing factors:

1. The assassination of the Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to the Austrian-Hungarian throne

2. The rise of nationalism

3. The rise of imperialism

4. The development of rival alliances. (The Triple Entente (becomes the Allied Powers) and
the Triple Alliance (becomes the Central Powers).

Part A.

In your essay, describe the 4 contributing factors listed above. What happened with them and why did they cause tension that lead to war? Be specific! Which cause do you believe was the major factor behind the outbreak of the First World War?

Part B.

Imagine that you are a world leader in 1914. Considering the four contributing factors (which have already happened- you can’t prevent them), offer one specific solution or compromise that could prevent the outbreak of war.

To shed more light on what led to the outbreak of World War I, please consult additional sources besides Zinn’s chapter. Include a works cited page for all sources used.

Length of essay 500 words. Midterm Examination essay