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Why a custom XL flashcard set beats a generic one

Oversized flashcard XL sheets are handy for printing and posting on a wall, but the size of the card matters less than whether the content matches your course. A ready-made deck covers the textbook version of a topic, while your instructor may stress different dates, names or arguments.

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Example World War I causes flashcards

What does the acronym MAIN stand for in WWI causes?Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism and Nationalism. Each was a long-term tension that raised the stakes of the 1914 crisis.

Which event triggered the outbreak of WWI in 1914?The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914, by Gavrilo Princip, a Bosnian Serb nationalist.

What was the Blank Cheque?Germany's promise of support to Austria-Hungary in July 1914, which encouraged it to take a hard line against Serbia.

Why did Britain enter WWI after Germany invaded Belgium?Britain had guaranteed Belgian neutrality under the 1839 Treaty of London, and the German invasion violated that guarantee.

What was the Triple Entente?The 1907 understanding among Britain, France and Russia, which stood against the Triple Alliance of Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy.

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Frequently asked questions

How many flashcards should I make for a World War I unit?

Most units work well with 20 to 40 cards, each holding one fact. Start with the major causes and key dates, then add detail as you review.

How should I use flashcards to remember the causes of WWI?

Write each cause in your own words on the back, try to answer before you flip the card, and let spaced repetition bring back the cards you miss.

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