Asked by Fajardo, Charles Johnson on Sep 23, 2024

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How did the German government react after the assassination of Francis Ferdinand?

A) Germany attempted to smooth relations over with Russia.
B) Germany told Austria-Hungary's leaders to make peace.
C) Germany ordered the German army to invade Serbia.
D) Germany issued the Fourteen Points for peace.
E) Germany promised Austria-Hungary full German support once Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia.

Francis Ferdinand

Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was the heir to the Austro-Hungarian Empire, whose assassination in 1914 sparked the beginning of World War I.

German Government

The political leadership and institutions that govern Germany, including the federal and state levels, following democratic and legal principles.

Austria-Hungary

A multinational empire in Central Europe formed by a dual monarchy of Austria and Hungary, which existed from 1867 until its dissolution in 1918 following World War I.

  • Acquire knowledge of the critical occurrences that resulted in the initiation and aggravation of World War I.
  • Examine the reasons behind the formation of military alliances and their impact on the war.
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Najam Javed3 days ago
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Germany promised Austria-Hungary full German support once Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia.