Question

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under kaiser wilhelm ii, germany adopted a foreign policy that included:
a abandoning its overseas colonies to focus on domestic problems.

b forming military alliances with other powerful european states.

c forming close diplomatic relationships with france and great
britain.

d reducing the size of the german military to reduce its cost.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Germany under Wilhelm II was expanding, not abandoning colonies. Eliminate A.
• Option B: Germany formed alliances like the Triple Alliance (with Austria - Hungary, Italy) with other European powers. This is correct.
• Option C: Germany had tensions with France (due to Alsace - Lorraine) and Britain (naval rivalry), so no close ties. Eliminate C.
• Option D: Germany was increasing military size (naval and army) for power, not reducing. Eliminate D.

Answer:

B. forming military alliances with other powerful European states.