HISTORY
WORLD WAR I AND THE RUSSIAN REVOLUTION
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the rise in nationalism
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the spread of communism
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the formation of Alliances
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the buildup of militarism
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Detailed explanation-1: -Explanation: There were different events that took place in the years building up to 1914 that led to World War I but the major cause that can be stated was the assassination of Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand by South Slav nationalist Gavrilo Princip.
Detailed explanation-2: -The assassination of Franz Ferdinand stoked old tensions beyond the Balkans. The crisis spread as other powers pledged support for either Austria or Serbia. Austria knew that conflict with Serbia would likely involve Russia, which saw itself as Serbia’s protector. Austria-Hungary turned to its own ally.
Detailed explanation-3: -It is widely believed that the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife during a visit to Serbia is the spark that ignited the conflict of World War I.
Detailed explanation-4: -The correct answer is Portugal.