Which of these events or facts provides the best justification for blaming Germany for World War I?
a. the Zimmerman Telegram
b. the existence of the Schlieffen Plan prior to the War
c. the Anglo-German naval race
d. the speed and aggression with which the Germans engaged the French and Russians shortly after Austria's declaration of war
e. the annexation of Bosnia
Answer: d. the speed and aggression with which the Germans engaged the French and Russians shortly after Austria's declaration of war
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