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Paper 1 structured question: What caused the First World War?

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What caused the First World War?

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The complex web of alliances and rivalries in Europe prior to 1914.

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The Alliance System

The Alliance System divided Europe into two main factions: the Triple Alliance and the Triple Entente. This division created a situation where a conflict involving one country could easily escalate into a larger war.

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    Describe the impact of the Alliance System on the likelihood of war in Europe before 1914.

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The Assassination of Franz Ferdinand

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in June 1914 was a pivotal event that triggered a series of diplomatic crises and ultimately led to the outbreak of World War I.

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    Explain the significance of the assassination of Franz Ferdinand in the context of the outbreak of WWI.

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