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4 marksGlobal Conflict and Totalitarianism

CAPE History Unit 2 · 2008 · Paper 2 · Question 7(a)(i)

Based on Documents I, II, and III concerning the July Crisis and the outbreak of World War I.

With reference to Document I, name the TWO alliances that existed in Europe in 1914 and identify the countries in each alliance.

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  1. 7(a)(ii)With reference to Document I, explain how the system of alliances contributed to the outbreak of World War I.[6 marks]
  2. 7(b)With reference to Document II, briefly explain THREE factors that support the view that Germany was largely responsible for the outbreak of the war.[9 marks]
  3. 7(c)(i)With reference to Document III, explain why the Austro-Hungarian government addressed a 'strong communication to Serbia'.[2 marks]
  4. 7(c)(ii)With reference to Document III, outline THREE demands made of Serbia by the Austro-Hungarian government.[6 marks]
  5. 7(d)With reference to Document III, why did Serbia feel confident of the support of Russia?[3 marks]

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