Question

Which statement describes the start of World War I? Germany invaded the Balkans and Russia took control of Austria, leading to a declaration of war. Great Britain and Germany met to divide up the Balkans, but could not resolve their differences and went to war. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand set off a chain of events among European alliances that led to war. Archduke Ferdinand ordered an invasion of France, and Great Britain declared war in France's defense.

Answer 1

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand set off a chain of events among European alliances that led to war.