Which underlying cause of World War I involved a deep devotion to the interests and culture of one’s nation, often leading to antagonistic rivalries between nations?
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Correct answer: Nationalism
Nationalism encouraged various ethnic groups to seek independent nations of their own and fueled competition between established powers. In the Balkans, this led to intense instability that eventually sparked the conflict.
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