Consider the growth of the country during the 1800s. Use the map and your knowledge of the time period to answer the following questions: Is there a general trend in the direction of the territories acquired?

c

explanation:

the triple alliance. germany and austria-hungary were already allies by 1879 when, worried about a threat from russia, they formed the dual alliance. italy joined the group in 1882. there was a concern about a possible attack from france and the alliance needed powerful friends to defend it.

b. ensure mutual protection from communism.

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