Chapters 21-24 Review Quiz 1 Question Preview (ID: 6711)


Review Questions From Chapters 21-24 Through August 2001 Question 24. TEACHERS: click here for quick copy question ID numbers.

Which statement best expresses the motive for 19th century European imperialism?
a) Living space was needed for the excess population in western Europe
b) European leaders believed imperialism was an effective method of reducing the number of wars.
c) European nations would benefit from some aspects of the conquered nation's culture
d) Imperialism would benefit the economies of the colonial powers

In the 1920s and 1930s the rise of totalitarian governments in Germany, Italy, and Spain was largely the result of
a) the success of the Communists in establishing a command economy
b) severe economic and social problems that arose in Europe after World War I
c) the active support of the United States
d) movements demanding the return of the old monarchies

Which statement best describes a relationship between World War I and the Bolshevik Revolution?
a) World War I created conditions in Russia that helped trigger a revolution
b) World War I postponed the revolution in Russia by restoring confidence in the Czar
c) Opposing Russian forces cooperated to fight the foreign invaders
d) World War I gave the Czar's army the needed experience to suppress the revolution

The major impact of the Treaty of Versailles on Germany was that the treaty led to
a) an era of peace and international good will in Germany
b) a stable Germany that was both democratic and strong
c) an increase in Germany's desire to regain its power and prestige
d) a leadership position for Germany in the League of Nations

During the mid 1930s, which characteristic was common to Fascist Italy, Nazi Germany, and Communist Russia?
a) government ownership of the means of production and distribution
b) one party system that denied basic human rights
c) encouragement of individual freedom of expression in the arts
d) emphasis on consumer goods rather than on weapons

Which statement best describes events in Japan during the period of the Meiji Restoration?
a) Japan sought to isolate itself from world affairs
b) Rapid industrialization and economic growth occurred
c) Local lords increased their power over the Japanese emperor
d) Agriculture was taken over by the government

During the 19th century, one effect of European imperialism on Africa was the
a) exploitation of African natural resources by colonial powers
b) improvement of working conditions in Africa
c) African dependence on exportation of manufactured goods
d) African acceptance of the doctrine of the White Man's Burden

One reason the Fascist governments of Benito Mussolini and Adolf Hitler came to power in Italy and Germany was that these nations
a) were threatened by the United States
b) supported civil liberties for all
c) failed to join the League of Nations
d) faced economic and political difficulties

To which period does the slogan The Sun never sets on the British Empire refer?
a) Middle Ages
b) Protestant Reformation
c) Age of Imperialism
d) Glorious Revolution

The result of the Opium War in China was similar to the result of Commodore Perry's expedition to Japan in that both events
a) increased Western trade and influence in Asia
b) established European colonies in China and Japan
c) promoted democratic governments in Asia
d) increased the economic isolation of China and Japan

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