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Before Commodore Matthew Perry’s expedition to Japan in 1853, Japan was most
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Russia’s need for warm water ports
the introduction of advanced technology from the United States
France’s quest for new colonies
China’s religion, art, and writing
In Japan, the Meiji Restoration resulted in the
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division of the nation between the European powers
modernization of the nation’s industry
abolition of the position of emperor
government being controlled by the samurai
An immediate result of Commodore Matthew Perry’s visit to Japan in 1853 was
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an alliance between Japan and Russia
the development of trade between Japan and the West
a war between Japan and the United States
the continued isolation of Japan
The arrival of Commodore Matthew Perry in Japan in 1853 signaled the end of Japanese
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cultural contacts with the West
policies of isolationism
militarism in Southeast Asia
trade relations with the United States
The modernization of Japan during the Meiji Restoration resulted in
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a return to a feudal system of government
the rise of Japan as an imperialistic nation
an alliance between China, Korea, Russia, and Japan
a strengthening of Japan’s isolationist policies
A major goal of the Meiji government in Japan was to
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isolate Japan from other nations
achieve political union with China
establish Japan as an industrial power
encourage colonization of Asia by Western nations
A primary purpose for building the Suez Canal was to
1. encourage Jewish settlement in nearby Palestine
2. increase trade between the Middle East, Europe and Asia
3. reduce the time needed for travel between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean
Sea
4. allow Indian merchants to reach the east coast of Africa
The 19th century term “White Man’s Burden” reflects the idea that
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Asians and Africans were equal to Europeans
Asians and Africans would be grateful for European help
imperialism was opposed by most Europeans
Europeans had a responsibility to improve the lives of the colonial peoples
In 1917, Bolshevik leaders in Russia sought peace with Germany because the new
Russian government
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decided to join forces with Germany and the Central Powers
needed to concentrate its troops and resources on its war with Turkey
wanted to retain power and avoid German occupation
needed to control the Baltic Sea and wanted a warm water port
In Eastern Europe after World War I, the greatest obstacle to national unity in many
nation-states was the
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great ethnic diversity found in the region
economic dependence of Eastern Europe on Japan
acceptance of democratic traditions by most Eastern Europeans
expansion of United States influence in the region
A major cause of World War I was
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a decline in the policy of imperialism
the existence of opposing alliances
an increase in acts of aggression by England
the spread of communism throughout Europe
Why was the Balkan region referred to as the “Powder Keg of Europe” prior to World
War I?
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The aggression of the Ottoman Empire was disrupting the balance of power.
Yugoslavia was invading its neighboring countries.
Nationalistic and imperialistic rivalries were increasing.
The area was the leading supplier of military equipment to the rest of the world.
“Archduke Franz Ferdinand Assassinated!”
“Germany Declares War on Russia and France!”
“Peace Treaty Signed at Versailles!”
Which event is referred to in these headlines?
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Franco-Prussian War
Crimean War
World War I
Cold War
Which is generally a characteristic of a communist economy?
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investment is encouraged by the promise of large profits
the role of government in the economy is restricted by law
government agencies are involved in production planning
entrepreneurs sell shares in their companies to the government
Stalin’s Five-Year Plans and his decision to form collectives are examples of
1. strategies to modernize the economy of the Soviet Union through forced
communism
2. a more friendly foreign policy toward China
3. methods of dealing with the United States during the Cold War
4. programs to westernize, educate, and enlighten the population
A major effect of Josef Stalin’s policy of Collectivization on Soviet agriculture was
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a widespread food shortage throughout the nation
an increase in the export of agricultural products
a surplus of agricultural goods
the immediate creation of many small private farms
Josef Stalin’s leadership of the Soviet Union can best be characterized as a period of
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democratic reform and nationalism
humanism and democracy
religious freedom and tolerance
censorship and terror
Which characteristic was common to both Russia under the Czars and the Soviet Union
under Josef Stalin?
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a lack of concern about territorial expansion
support of artistic and literary freedom
encouragement of free enterprise
persecution of political dissenters
In the 1920’s and 1930’s, the rise of totalitarian governments in Germany, Italy, and
Spain was largely the result of
1. the success of the Communists in establishing a command economy in the Soviet
Union
2. severe economic and social problems that arose in Europe after World War I
3. the active support of the United States
4. movements demanding the return of the old monarchies
The harsh conditions imposed by the Treaty of Versailles after World War I helped lay
the foundation for the
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rise of fascism Germany
uprisings during the French Revolution
division of Korea along the 38th parallel
Bolshevik Revolution in Russia
Between the Meiji Restoration and World War II, Japan tried to solve the problem of its
scarcity of natural resources by
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exporting agricultural products in exchange for new technology
establishing a policy of imperialism
building nuclear power plants
cooperating with the Soviet Union to gain needed resources
Which idea was included in the provisions of the Treaty of Versailles to show the intent
of the Allies to punish the Central Powers for their role in World War II?
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all nations shall maintain open covenants of peace
freedom of the seas will be maintained
Germany will accept full responsibility for causing the war
territorial settlements shall be made along clearly recognizable lines of nationality
Fascism in Europe during the 1920’s and 1930’s is best described as a
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demonstration of laissez-faire capitalism that promoted free enterprise
form of totalitarianism that glorified the state above the individual
type of economic system that stressed a classless society
set of humanist ideas that emphasized the dignity and worth of the individual
Censorship, mass arrests, and a secret police force are most characteristic of
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parliamentary democracies
republics
totalitarian regimes
constitutional monarchies
After World War I, Japan attempted to solve some of its economic problems by
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establishing extensive trade with the Soviet Union
expanding its influence in Asia
practicing the principles of Marxism
refusing to rely on Western technology
Which policy shows that appeasement does not always prevent war?
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British policy toward Germany in Munich during the 1930’s
French policy in Indochina in the 1950’s
United States policy toward Cuba in the early 1960’s
Iraqi policy toward Iran in the 1980’s
In the 1930’s, the Japanese government followed a policy of imperialism primarily to
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acquire new sources of raw materials
spread Zen Buddhism throughout Asia
sell more consumer goods to European nations
spread the ideas of bushido
What was one reason the Nazi programs and policies of the early 1930’s appealed to
many people in Germany?
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the people were frustrated with their current economic and political situation
Germany had been denied membership in the United Nations
a coup d’etat had forced communism on the German people
the German people feared that the French of the British would soon gain control
of the Polish corridor
The imperialist policies followed by Japan after World War I were based on a desire to
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convert people to Shinto
acquire markets for its oil industry
compete with Chinese trade policies
obtain natural resources for manufacturing
During the mid-1930’s, which characteristic was common to Fascist Italy, Nazi Germany,
and Communist Russia?
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government ownership of the means of production and distribution
one-party system that denied basic human rights
encouragement of individual freedom of expression in the arts
emphasis on consumer goods rather than on weapons
One reason the Fascist governments of Benito Mussolini and Adolf Hitler came to power
in Italy and Germany was that these nations
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were threatened by the United States
supported civil liberties for all
failed to join the League of Nations
faced economic and political difficulties
The Sepoy Mutiny in India, the Boxer Rebellion in China, and the Islamic Revolution in
Iran were similar in that they
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restored power to the hereditary monarchies
attempted to reject the traditional cultures in these countries
resisted foreign influence in these countries
reestablished the power of religious leaders
During the 19th century, Europeans were able to divide China in Spheres of Influence
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Chinese were eager to adopt western culture
Europeans had technologically superior military forces
Europeans were willing to adopt Chinese customs
Chinese lacked raw materials and resources
The Boxer Rebellion of the early 20th century was an attempt to
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eliminate poverty among the Chinese peasants
bring western-style democracy to China
restore trade between China and European nations
remove foreign influences from China