Question 20 What was the main reason for the British and French refusal to from an alliance with the Ottomans in 1914?

The main reason for the British and French refusal to form an alliance with the Ottomans in 1914 was their differing political and strategic interests. Both Britain and France were wary of the Ottoman Empire's declining power and its alliance with Germany, which threatened their own imperial ambitions and security concerns in the region. Additionally, both countries were more focused on maintaining their own spheres of influence and protecting their interests in Europe and other parts of the world.