Question

Why was the Balkan region referred to as the "Powder Keg of Europe" prior to World War 1?'

O
A.
The aggression of the Ottoman
Empire was disrupting
the balance of power.
O
B.
Yugoslavia was invading its neighboring countries.
C.
Nationalistic and imperialistic rivalries were increasing.
D.
The area was the leading supplier of military equipment to the rest of the world.

Answer 1

The answer is A. Due to the Ottoman Empire’s aggression and that the Balkan states declared independence. With empires like Austria-Hungary and the Ottoman Empire this was the “Power keg of Europe.” After the Death of Franz Ferdinand Austria Hungary declared war of Serbia setting off the power keg. The Ottoman Empire declared war on the allies and helped Austria Hungary.