WHAP MCQ Final

define communism

a political and economic ideology advocating for a classless society where the means of production are collectively owned, and wealth is distributed based on need, aiming to eliminate private property and social hierarchies

define interdependence

the mutual reliance between countries or regions for goods, resources, and services, fostering economic ties and globalization

identify the MAIN long term causes of WWI

militarism, alliances, imperialism, nationalism

causes of cold war

ideological clash (democracy/capitalism and communism), post-WWII struggle, mistrust, competition for global influence

effects of cold war

political tension, economic competition, proxy wars, and the eventual collapse of the Soviet Union.

primary and immediate cause of WWI

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, which ignited existing tensions among European powers, leading to the outbreak of war.

cause of “great leap forward”

mao Zedong wanted to rapidly transform china from an agrarian society to an industrialized, socialist powerhouse

effects of “great leap forward”

widespread famine, economic disruption, and millions of deaths due to poor agricultural policies and unrealistic production targets.

cause of munich conference

hitler’s demand for Sudetenland, europe’s policy of appeasement

effect of the munich conference

annexation of Sudetenland, weakening of czechoslovakia, emboldened Hitler, increased tension in Europe, shift towards war

symbolism of the Iron Curtain speech by Winston Churchill

the division between Western democracies and Eastern communist countries, highlighting the ideological conflict of the Cold War.

how does nationalism lead to imperialism

Nationalism fosters a sense of pride and superiority, driving nations to expand their influence and territories through imperialism, often justified by a belief in cultural or racial superiority

the connection between the United Nations and Decolonization

enshrines the principle of self-determination, and UN bodies like the Trusteeship Council and the General Assembly monitor and facilitate the transition to independence. The Declaration on the Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries and Peoples, adopted in 1960, further solidified the UN’s commitment to ending colonialism

the effects of industrialization and global total war

mass production for warfare, revolution warfare, mobilization and conscription, economic mobilization and control, logistical challenges and advantages, increased civilian involvement and casualties, innovation and technological advancement

compare and contrast conservative and liberal viewpoints in 19th century europe

Conservative viewpoints in 19th century Europe often emphasized tradition, authority, and the maintenance of established social orders, whereas liberal viewpoints championed individual freedoms, democratic governance, and economic liberties. Conservatives typically resisted rapid change, while liberals sought reforms that promoted human rights and progress.

causes of great depression

stock market crash of 1929, bank failures, reduced consumer spending, overproduction, drought and dust bowl, excessive debt and speculation, international gold standard

effects of great depression

high unemployment, poverty and homelessness, business closures, global economic recession, social and political changes