Question

how did ethnic conflict lead to the start of world war i?

the austro-hungarian empire began ruling non-slavic lands.
the ottoman and austro-hungarian empires ended.
a serbian nationalist assassinated archduke francis ferdinand.
a new map of europe was drawn, inciting conflict.

question 20 (5 points)
the west siberian plain is known for its rich farmland for agriculture and livestock.

true
false

Explanation:

Analyze the cause of World War I

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria by Gavrilo Princip, a Serbian nationalist associated with the Black Hand, was fueled by ethnic tensions and nationalism in the Balkans (often called the "powder keg of Europe"). This act directly triggered the July Crisis, leading to the outbreak of World War I.

Analyze the West Siberian Plain

The West Siberian Plain is one of the world's largest areas of continuous flatland. While its southern regions support some agriculture and livestock, the vast majority of the plain is characterized by poorly drained, swampy terrain, permafrost, and harsh subarctic climates, making it unsuitable for rich, widespread farmland.

Answer:

Question 1

• The Austro-Hungarian Empire began ruling non-Slavic lands.
• The Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian Empires ended.
• A Serbian nationalist assassinated Archduke Francis Ferdinand. (Correct answer)
• A new map of Europe was drawn, inciting conflict.

Question 2

• True
• False (Correct answer)