1.
On June 28th 1914, an
assassination of the Archduke Franz Ferdinand took place in Sarajevo.
Who was the man that came up with the idea to kill him and his wife
Sophie?
Correct Answer
B. Gabrinovic
Explanation
Gabrinovic is the correct answer because he was one of the members of the group known as the Black Hand, which planned and executed the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie. Gavrilo Princip, another member of the Black Hand, is often mistakenly believed to be the sole assassin, but Gabrinovic was also involved in the plot. Grabez and Patrick Brett are not relevant to the assassination and therefore incorrect answers.
2.
How many times was Ferdinand able
to escape with his life on his trip to Sarajevo by not getting hit with
a bomb?
Correct Answer
C. 2
Explanation
Ferdinand was able to escape with his life on two occasions during his trip to Sarajevo without getting hit by a bomb.
3.
How many days did the Serbians have
to respond to Austria’s ultimatum?
Correct Answer
B. 2 days
Explanation
The Serbians had 2 days to respond to Austria's ultimatum. This means that Austria gave Serbia a limited amount of time to provide a response to their demands. It suggests that Austria wanted a timely resolution to the issue and expected Serbia to act quickly. The short timeframe also indicates that the situation was urgent and required immediate attention.
4.
Austria was allowed
to help the Serbians in the investigation of the Archdukes assassination.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Austria was not allowed to help the Serbians in the investigation of the Archduke's assassination.
5.
Where was the ultimatum and list
of demands to Serbia written?
Correct Answer
B. Ministerial Council Meeting
Explanation
The ultimatum and list of demands to Serbia were written at the Ministerial Council Meeting.
6.
How many divisions did the Cabinet
send to France on August 6th, 1914?
Correct Answer
B. 4 divisions
Explanation
On August 6th, 1914, the Cabinet sent 4 divisions to France.
7.
The Germans retreated
from the Marne and the Allies were able to keep Paris.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because it states that the Germans retreated from the Marne, which implies that they were no longer occupying that area. Additionally, it states that the Allies were able to keep Paris, indicating that the city remained under their control. Therefore, the statement is accurate and can be considered true.
8.
How many bullets per minute was
the machine gun able to fire?
Correct Answer
B. 100
Explanation
The machine gun was able to fire 100 bullets per minute.
9.
Who was the British lieutenant
that came up with the idea for a tank?
Correct Answer
B. E.D. Swinton
Explanation
E.D. Swinton was the British lieutenant who came up with the idea for a tank.
10.
What was the name of the Germans
long range artillery cannon?
Correct Answer
B. Big Bertha
Explanation
Big Bertha was the name of the Germans' long-range artillery cannon during World War I. It was developed by Krupp, a German arms manufacturer. The cannon was known for its massive size and power, capable of firing shells over long distances. It played a significant role in several major battles during the war, including the Siege of Liege and the Battle of the Somme. The name "Big Bertha" became synonymous with large artillery guns and is still used colloquially to refer to any oversized weapon.
11.
What day did Austria send Serbia
the ultimatum after finding out about the Black Hand’s assassination?
Correct Answer
A. July 23rd, 1914
Explanation
Austria sent Serbia the ultimatum on July 23rd, 1914, after finding out about the Black Hand's assassination. This ultimatum was a set of demands given to Serbia, which eventually led to the outbreak of World War I.
12.
Austria sent a letter
of explanation to all of the European powers about why they gave Serbia
an ultimatum.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement is true because Austria did send a letter of explanation to all of the European powers regarding why they gave Serbia an ultimatum. This action was taken by Austria as a way to justify their decision and provide clarity to the other countries involved in the situation.
13.
Did Serbia arrest one of the officials
on Austria’s list of demands?
Correct Answer
A. No, wanted proof of guilt
Explanation
The correct answer is "No, wanted proof of guilt." This answer suggests that Serbia did not arrest one of the officials on Austria's list of demands. Instead, they wanted proof of guilt before taking any action. This implies that Serbia wanted to ensure a fair and just resolution to the situation rather than simply complying with Austria's demands without evidence.
14.
The Allied Powers
never declared war against the Ottoman Empire.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement is false because the Allied Powers did declare war against the Ottoman Empire during World War I. The Ottoman Empire was aligned with the Central Powers, which included Germany and Austria-Hungary. The Allied Powers, consisting of countries such as Britain, France, and Russia, saw the Ottoman Empire as an enemy and declared war on them in 1914. This led to significant military campaigns in the Middle East, including the famous Gallipoli campaign.
15.
How did the Ottomans officially
enter the war on October 28th, 1914?
Correct Answer
C. Bombed Russia’s Black Sea ports
Explanation
The Ottomans officially entered the war on October 28th, 1914 by bombing Russia's Black Sea ports. This act of aggression against Russia's naval bases in the Black Sea can be seen as a military action that signaled their participation in the war. By attacking these ports, the Ottomans demonstrated their intent to engage in hostilities and align themselves with the Central Powers.
16.
How many men did the Germans lose
at the Battle of the Marne?
Correct Answer
A. Never published how many were lost
Explanation
The correct answer is that the Germans never published how many men they lost at the Battle of the Marne. This suggests that there is no official record or public information regarding the number of German casualties during the battle. It is possible that the Germans chose not to disclose this information for various reasons, such as maintaining morale or hiding the extent of their losses.
17.
A new machine gun shot as many
rounds as …..?
Correct Answer
B. 250 men with rifles
Explanation
The correct answer is 250 men with rifles. This implies that the new machine gun is capable of firing rounds at a much faster rate than a single soldier with a rifle, but not as fast as 400 men with rifles. The comparison suggests that the machine gun is significantly more powerful and efficient than a single soldier, but not as powerful as a large group of soldiers collectively firing their rifles.