world history final

Who has control in a society governed by absolute power?

One person with all power (dictator, monarch, etc.)

What geographic features contributed to the start of the Industrial Revolution in Europe?

Natural resources (coal and iron), river and canal networks, island geography.

Why was Britain the ideal location for the first Industrial Revolution?

Britain had good natural resources, a good island layout for trading purposes, and a stable economy.

What population changes happened in Europe during the Industrial Revolution?

The population doubled due to rural to urban migration and a decrease in death rates.

Why was child labor used during the first Industrial Revolution?

Children were cheaper and small enough to fit in the equipment.

What political movement developed in response to increasing wealth and power for factory owners during the Industrial Revolution?

The labor movement, socialism, and Marxism.

What were the causes of European Imperialism in Africa and Southeast Asia?

The Industrial Revolution was the main cause.

How did the sepoy system help the British govern the colony of India?

It provided the British East India Company with massive, cost-effective military systems.

What problems did newly independent nations face at the end of the age of Imperialism?

Weak economy, bad politics, and unstable borders.

What criteria is used to determine if an event is a genocide?

An act committed with intent to destroy a nation or group, including killing, causing serious harm, and imposing conditions of life.

What are two examples of genocide in the 20th century?

1. The Holocaust: Nazis killed and tortured Jews and other groups (1941-1945). 2. Armenian Genocide: Ottoman Empire massacred and deported around 1.5 million Armenians (1915-1923).

What were the causes of WWI?

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand led to global conflict.

What is militarism?

Development of armed forces and their use as a tool of diplomacy.

What are alliances?

Relationships between people that join together for mutual benefit.

What is imperialism?

Practice of extending a nation's power and dominion over foreign territories.

What is nationalism?

Idea of loyalty, devotion, and allegiance to a nation.

Describe the fighting style used during WWI.

Trench warfare, where soldiers dug trenches to protect themselves.

What were the connections between Lenin, Stalin, and Trotsky during and after the Russian Revolution?

They were leaders of the Bolshevik Regime united to overthrow the Tsar and establish a socialist state, but ended up with bitter rivalries.

Who were three world leaders who emerged during the Interwar Period?

1. Adolf Hitler: Nazi leader responsible for the Holocaust. 2. Benito Mussolini: Led the 'March on Rome' and established the first fascist state. 3. Joseph Stalin: Controlled the Soviet Union after Lenin's death.