Quiz 14b - Imperialism

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1 European imperialism promoted the development of nationalism in Asian and African countries by

	unintentionally uniting people to oppose foreign domination
	promoting free trade associations among the colonies
	establishing Christianity as the common religion
	discouraging patriotic feelings toward the mother country

2 During the 19th century, the African continent was affected most by

	the Commercial Revolution
	the introduction of socialism
	the Crusades
	European imperialism

3 Which event is the best example of imperialism?

	the Opium Wars in China
	the Spanish Inquisition
	the Yalta Conference
	the Hundred Years' War

4 In the 1800's, a major cause of European imperialism was the

	desire to establish democratic governments throughout the world
	emergence of Marxism as an economic system
	desire for cheap raw materials and expanded markets
	religious conflict between European nations

5 During the 19th century, European imperialism often led to the

	development of self-sufficient economies in the colonies
	exploitation of the colonial peoples and their lands
	rapid industrialization of Africa and Asia
	expansion of free-trade systems throughout the world

6 In the 1930's and 1940's, fascist regimes in Japan, Germany and Italy were similar in that each emphasized

	empathy toward African nations
	the protection of human rights
	imperialism as a foreign policy
	support for free expression

7 Base your answer to the following question on the statement below and on your knowledge of social studies.

In the past, European nations have conquered other lands, made them into colonies, and controlled their economies.

Which term refers to the situation described in this statement?

	socialism
	isolationism
	imperialism
	monotheism

8 British imperialism in India led to the

	rejection of traditional values by most Indians
	end of conflict between Hindus and Muslims
	abolition of the caste system in India
	introduction of a parliamentary form of government

9 Base your answer to the following question on the speakers' statements below and on your knowledge of social studies.

Speaker A: I am offended by the term "Dark Continent." It implies that only ignorance and barbarism were here before European explorers and settlers invaded the continent, bringing thier "enlightened" ways.

Speaker B: This hemisphere might have been a "New World" to Europeans, but it certainly was not a "New World" to the Incas, Aztecs, and other Indian Nations whose worlds were destroyed by the brutal greed of the Europeans.

Speaker C: Defeat at Dienbienphu resulted in French withdrawal from the region. I was glad to see them go. The French exploited our land, resources, and people. And now, American involvement in the region frustrates our nationalist ambitions. It will lead to more military conflict.

Speaker D: Upon arrival, we found a primitive people living in a primitive land. We built roads and bridges, sanitation systems, schools, and hospitals. We helped eliminate starvation and poverty. I feel no guilt about our past and continued presence in the region.

The statements of all four speakers relate to

	imperialism
	socialism
	isolationism
	feudalism

10 The location of seaports and the abundance of natural resources such as hardwoods, rubber, and spices were factors that led to

	the use of trans-Saharan trade routes by early African empires
	the invasion of Korea and Manchuria by Japan
	European imperialism in Southeast Asia
	Russian expansion into Siberia

11 In the 1930's, the Japanese Government followed a policy of imperialism primarily to

	acquire new sources of raw materials
	spread Zen Buddhism throughout Asia
	sell more consumer goods to European nations
	spread the ideas of bushido

12 From the perspective of the North Vietnamese, the war in Vietnam in the 1960s was a battle between

	Fascism and liberalism
	nationalism and imperialism
	republicanism and totalitarianism
	theocracy and monarchy

13 Between the Meiji Restoration and World War II, Japan tried to solve the problem of its scarcity of natural resources by

	exporting agricultural products in exchange for new technology
	building nuclear power plants
	establishing a policy of imperialism
	cooperating with the Soviet Union to gain needed resources

14 Which statement is accurate concerning the policy of apartheid in the Republic of South Africa?

	It has been encouraged by other nations.
	It is a result of attempts to improve the conditions of blacks living in homeland areas.
	It has its roots in European imperialism in Africa.
	It has resulted in separate but equal treatment for whites and blacks.

15 Which was a major effect of European imperialism on Africa?

	Most African nations developed self-sufficient economies.
	Africans and Europeans developed a respect for each other's cultures.
	Africans became economically dependent on European nations.
	Most Africans voluntarily abandoned tribal or ethnic loyalties for European values.

16 Which statement regarding the impact of geography on Japan is most accurate?

	Large plains served as invasion routes for conquerors.
	Arid deserts and mountains caused isolation from Asia.
	Lack of natural resources led to a policy of imperialism.
	Close proximity to Africa encouraged extensive trade with Egypt.

17 Between the late 1800s and the end of World War II, Japan implemented a policy of imperialism mainly because Japan

	admired the economic power of China
	lacked coal, iron, and other important resources
	wanted to unify the governments of East Asia
	feared the expansion of Nazi Germany in the Pacific

18 Which event was an example of Asian reaction to European imperialism?

	Glorious Revolution
	Boxer Rebellion
	Boer War
	Congress of Berlin

19 Which statement best expresses the motive for 19th-century European imperialism?

	Living space was needed for the excess population in western Europe.
	European leaders believed imperialism was an effective method of reducing the number of wars.
	European nations would benefit from some aspects of the conquered nation's culture.
	Imperialism would benefit the economies of the colonial powers.

20 The main reason Japan followed a policy of imperialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries was that Japan

	wanted to free the rest of Asia from European colonial rule
	intended to increase its export of automobiles and trucks
	sought to spread Shinto throughout Asia
	needed cheap raw materials to expand its industrial power