world history 9 semester 2 final

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Which of the following was not an argument to justify imperialism at the turn of the century?

The argument to lessen the burden of a large European population, especially criminals and other undesirables

What advantages did the Europeans have over native populations around the world, which aided European colonization?

All of the above

Colonies being governed by a foreign power internally with no rights or representation given to the native popluation is classified as which method of management?

Direct control

What was the significance of David Livingstone?

He inspired explorers and missionaries to travel to Africa, paving the way for the scramble for Africa

The partition of Africa resulted in

All of the above

Which European power was particularly brutal in their treatment of native Africans, enslaving many under the threat of cutting off hands for not delivering specific quotas or goods?

Belgium

What was the Boer War mainly fought over?

Resources such as gold, coal, and precious stones

Which African nation remain completely independent?

Ethiopia

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All of the above

According to Guns, Germs, and Steel, how did the history of colonization affect present day Africa?

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The East India Company taking control of India and acting as the political authority is an example of:

Economic imperialism

Why was India seen as the "Crown Jewel" of the British Empire?

They had a large potential market and bountiful natural resources

What were the major impacts of the Sepoy Rebellion?

A legacy of mistrust on both sides and British Parliament took control of India away from the East India Company

negative impact of British imperialism???

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opium wars???

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What was a major cause of the Taiping Rebellion?

Britain selling Opium to China

Different countries gaining economic rights in specific areas of China are classified as:

Sphere of Influence

The “Boxers“

Were Chinese who attempted to expel all foreigners from the country through armed rebellion

What was a major impact of the Boxer Uprising on China?

All of the above

What was NOT a major impact of European Imperialism on World History?

Europeans were forced to assimilate to native cultures around the world, losing their European culture and heritage

Menelik II was the emperor of Liberia and he fought off the Italians to keep Liberia free.

False

African leaders were not invited to join in the partition of Africa at the Berlin Conference.

True

When the Indian National Congress was established in 1885, it immediately demanded independence from Britain.

False

Japan lost the Sino-Japanese War, and the Chinese gained Taiwan.

False

Emperor Guang Xu attempted to reform China through the "Hundred Days of Reform" program.

True

Which of the following was NOT a long-term cause of the Russian Revolution of 1905?

Fluid social hierarchy that allowed movement between social classes

Which of the following was NOT a short-term cause of the Russian Revolution of 1905?

Invasion of St. Petersburg by the Danes

Prior to the Revolution of 1905, what form of government existed in Russia?

Absolute monarchy

What was a major result of Bloody Sunday?

Nicholas II agreed to reforms and created the Duma

Which of the following best describes laissez-faire capitalism?

Minimal government involvement in the economy

Which of the following ideas is most closely associated with Communism?

Equality

Which of the following was a key principle of Communism?

Shared ownership of property and shared profits

What was the relationship between World War I and the Bolshevik Revolution?

World War I helped create the conditions that led to revolution

During the Russian Civil War, who were the Reds and Whites?

Bolsheviks and supporters of the old regime

Why did the Bolsheviks execute the royal family?

To prevent them from becoming symbols for counterrevolutionaries

Which policy was introduced by Lenin after the Civil War?

New Economic Policy (NEP)

The New Economic Policy was:

A modified form of communism allowing some private enterprise

How did the NEP help raise living standards?

It allowed some private businesses and private farming

Who were the Kulaks?

Wealthier peasants

The Ukrainian Famine (Holodomor) was largely caused by:

Stalin's collectivization policies

What were Gulags?

Forced labor camps

Fascism in Europe was:

A form of totalitarianism that glorified the nation above the individual

The Weimar Republic was:

Germany's democratic government after World War I

What economic crisis severely weakened the Weimar Republic?

Hyperinflation caused by reparations and debt

What was a major reason for political instability in the Weimar Republic?

Proportional representation created weak coalition governments

Which event helped Stalin consolidate power?

Defeat and exile of Trotsky

What position did Stalin hold that helped him gain power?

General Secretary of the Communist Party

What was the purpose of the Great Purge?

Remove real and perceived enemies and strengthen Stalin's control

Which of the following was NOT a major target of the Great Purge?

Ordinary Soviet citizens with no political significance

Which of the following is NOT a part of Fascism?

Economy is owned by the State

One similarity between Fascism and Communism in the 1930s was that both systems generally:

Suppressed opposition views

Which of the following is an example of totalitarianism in Nazi Germany?

Strict government control of the press and media

Hitler gained power through military coups and forcefully taking control of Germany.

False

All Germans supported Hitler and the Nazi Party.

False

Hitler betrayed Ernst Röhm and the SA during the Night of the Long Knives.

True