Historian Fischer, as Well as Other Historians, Argues That Germany's

question 78

Multiple Choice

Historian Fischer, as well as other historians, argues that Germany's goals were the main underlying causes for the war. Which of the following statements does not support this conclusion?

• A) Germany and its leader wanted to be major world movers and shakers.
• B) Germany sought a Europe under German hegemony.
• C) In siding with Austria, Germany did not really anticipate that Russia would enter even after it warned it to stop mobilization.believed that Russia would not enter the war.
• D) A desire for Lebensraum was a national call in Germany.
• E) Fellow members in the Triple Alliance refused to side with German military actions.

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