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In 1914 Russia was not part of the Triple Alliance. The photo shows the flag of Russia.

The First World War 01

Explore how the First World War began, who fought in it, and how a single assassination helped trigger four years of terrible fighting across Europe.

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Fascinating Fact:

The First World War began in 1914 and ended in 1918, after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand helped trigger a crisis between rival powers.

In KS3 History, pupils study how the First World War grew from a local crisis into a global conflict. Alliances, empire, and rising tension in Europe meant that once Austria-Hungary and Serbia clashed, other powers were quickly drawn in. Learning about causes, trenches, and the armistice helps students understand how this war reshaped borders, societies, and later events in the twentieth century.

Key Terms

  • Alliance: An agreement between countries to support one another, especially in times of war.
  • Trench warfare: A way of fighting where soldiers live and battle from long, dug-out ditches in the ground.
  • Armistice: An agreement to stop fighting, usually before peace terms are fully decided.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What were the main causes of the First World War?

The main causes included rival alliances, competition between empires, an arms race, and growing nationalism. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914 then set off the crisis.

Which countries were on each side during the First World War?

The Allies eventually included Britain, France, Russia, Italy, the United States, and others. The Central Powers were mainly Germany, Austria-Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria.

What was life like for soldiers in the trenches?

Life in the trenches was muddy, crowded, and dangerous. Soldiers faced shells, machine-gun fire, cold weather, rats, disease, and long periods of boredom between major attacks.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .
The war took place between which years?
1912-1917
1913-1919
1914-1918
1914-1920
When it started in 1914, many people in Great Britain were sure that it would be over by Christmas
2 .
Which Archduke was assassinated in June 1914?
Franz Ferdinand
Fritz Ferdinand
Gerhard Ferdinand
Jurgen Ferdinand
In Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia
3 .
Franz Ferdinand was heir to the throne of which country?
Austria-Hungary
Germany
Luxembourg
Poland
His wife was assassinated alongside him
4 .
A month later Austria-Hungary declared war on which country?
Bulgaria
Montenegro
Romania
Serbia
There had been many years of discontent between Serbia and the Austro-Hungarian empire
5 .
Why was war declared on Serbia?
A Serbian had carried out the assassinations
Serbia had broken a peace treaty
Serbia had recently invaded Austria
Serbia had stolen lands from Austria
Serbia refused to allow Austria in to find the assassin
6 .
The murderer, Gavrilo Princip, belonged to which political group?
Balkan Boys Massive
Black Hand
Red Foot Gang
Serbian Liberation Front
The Black Hand was a secret military society
7 .
Which word means countries agreeing to help each other?
Alienation
Alliance
Benefaction
Dalliance
Especially at times of war
8 .
In 1914 which country was not part of the Triple Alliance?
Austria
Germany
Italy
Russia
Russia was allied with Great Britain and France plus several other countries
9 .
What is another word for an alliance?
Ensconce
Entente
Entr'acte
Matante
The alliance between Russia, Great Britain and France was called the Triple Entente
10 .
In July 1914 which country prepared its army to help defend Serbia?
Albania
Britain
France
Russia
Russia and Serbia were allies
You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - World War One

Author:  Jan Crompton (KS3 Geography & History Teacher, Professional Quiz Writer)
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