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A #World History Final Exam Review for #JSMORTON201HISTORY
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1
Which of the following WAS NOT a long-term cause of World War 1?
Pacifism
Imperialism
Militarism
Nationalism
2
Which philosopher would SUPPORT the new ideas of the time known as the Enlightenment?
John Locke-English doctor and philosopher
Bishop Jacques Bossuet-French Catholic adviser to Kings
King Louis XIV-The "Sun King" over all of France
Thomas Hobbes-English adviser to the King
3
Many historians argue that Mussolini's popularity in Italy was caused mostly by
his support for human rights and freedom.
his solutions to Italian economic difficulties after WW1.
his promise to protect Italy from US invasion.
his alliance with Britain and France.
4
Which of the following was an ECONOMIC motivation for the British to create an empire?
the growth of British nationalism
the desire to spread Christianity
a desire for raw materials and markets
a belief in the superiority of "whiteness"
5
Based on this quote, what is the BEST way a nation can improve their society & economy?
Tax greedy and wealthy people and give the money to the poor.
Take all private property and distribute it equally to the people.
Let people pursue their self interests to naturally advance social benefit.
Seek to manage the economy to direct trade to favored people and business.
6
Those who want to reform and change the government through revolution would be
Left/Liberal
Right/Conservative
Center/Moderate
7
What event was the "spark" that started World War 1?
Assassination of Archduke Ferdinand (1914)
The Versailles Treaty (1919)
Germany's invasion of Poland (1939)
The bombing of Pearl Harbor (1941)
8
Those who want to preserve the way things are and resist change would be
Right/Conservative
Center/Moderate
Left/Liberal
9
Based on this quote, one reason the scientific revolution was very revolutionary is it involved conflict about the
theme of politics-kings vs. the people.
theme of economics-merchants vs. industrialists.
theme of religion-religious belief vs. human reason.
theme of society-upper vs. lower classes.
10
Which economic system (favored by Karl Marx) supports government ownership of all property?
Socialism
Communism
Capitalism
11
This author has a point of view that the Nazis were popular because they
advocated Anti-Semitism (hatred of Jews)
promised people more land & living space
promoted the idea that the "Aryan" race is superior
used propaganda to convert the masses of people to Nazism
12
Many argue that the __________treaty that ended WW1 was unfair and gave rise to Hitler.
Paris
Brest-Litovsk
Versailles
Verdun
13
Which breakthrough of the Scientific Revolution most challenged traditional religious views?
The study of the anatomy of the human body
The study of astronomy & the place of the sun in the solar system
The study of mathematics that led to ideas of probability, binomials, & -#s
The study of mechanics that led to breakthroughs in machinery
14
Most philosophers of the Enlightenment supported
European imperialism
Strengthening the power of religion
Reason and logic to solve social/political issues
Medieval ideas
15
The League of Nations was formed in 1919 to
expand imperialism in Africa and Asia.
try to stop all future world wars.
create a military alliance between the US and Europe.
punish Germany and Austria.
16
A major effect of the French Revolution in world history was
it inspired other revolutions, especially in Latin America.
it ended all forms of European imperialism.
it led to greater support for absolute monarchies.
it led to the abolition of slavery.
17
Map 1 is from 1914. Map 2 is from 1919. Which nation lost the most territory after WW1?
Russia
Germany
France
Austria-Hungary
18
This graph of the social structure of France before the revolution proves
The Catholic Church favored paying more taxes.
There was income equality in France before revolution.
The majority of people were taxed far more than they owned.
The King and nobility treated the people fairly.
19
This author has a point of view that the Nazis were popular because they
promised people more land & living space
advocated Anti-Semitism (hatred of Jews)
promoted the idea that the "Aryan" race is superior
used propaganda to convert the masses of people to Nazism
20
Copernicus, Galileo, Newton, etc. were similar because they all
accepted traditional authority.
used the scientific method to solve problems.
were most interested in Greek and Roman art.
used government funding to do experiments.
21
The events of the Holocaust led the Allies to create which of the following institutions?
The Nuremberg War Crimes Trials
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization
The League of Nations
The United Nations
22
Some historians make the argument that WW2 really started with Japan's invasion of _________ in 1937.
Pearl Harbor
Australia
China
Russia
23
A major reason that the French people supported Napoleon was because he
supported the Protestant Reformation.
wanted to restore King XVI to power.
provided stability and security after the reign of terror.
successfully invaded the island of Great Britain.
24
What's the BEST definition of "Total War"?
All part of the government must totally support war.
Military troops need to totally commit themselves to war.
Being a man means that you need to totally support war.
The total resources of a nation, human and material, are used in war
25
Based on this quote, who did Marx believe would lead a "Communistic Revolution"?
Chains
The bourgeoisie-Middle Class
The Proletariat-Working Class
The wealthy-Ruling Class
26
What is the point of view of this editorial cartoon of imperialism in Africa?
The belief that imperialism was good for Africa.
The perception that Europeans were insane.
The idea that imperialism was highly organized.
The argument that European rivals competed fiercely to take African lands.
27
Which of the following was a TRUE effect of the Industrial Revolution?
Labor unions were abolished
Products increased in price
Urbanization and factory systems grew
More people worked inside the home
28
Labor Unions were formed during the Industrial Revolution because
Government wanted to improve the lives of workers.
They helped to improve factory productivity.
Workers united could stand up to their bosses.
Business Owners wanted to help workers.
29
What did World War 1 do to the Russian government?
Exposed their weakness
Made them stronger
30
What was the goal of European IMPERIALISTS between 1800 to the 1900s?
Controlling other regions to benefit their nations
Seeking mutual cooperation and peace between nations
Abolishing private property in favor of Communism
Promoting democratic governments around the world
31
Read the following quote by Rudyard Kipling. The "White Man's Burden" was an imperialist argument that
Empires should exploit colonies for wealth
Empires should only use non-violent international diplomacy
Empires had a duty to spread their "superior" culture
Empires must respect local traditions and customs
32
This quote demonstrates that Adam Smith MOSTLY sought to understand fundamental rules of
Politics
Economics
Interaction with the Environment
Culture
33
The heliocentric model shows...
the Earth orbiting other planets
the Earth at the center of the solar system
the sun at the center of the solar system
the sun orbiting other planets
34
Most historians date WW2 from 1939 to 1945. How long was World War 2 according to this viewpoint?
6 years
7 years
4 years
5 years
35
D-Day was the official code name for the operation that
Invaded Berlin
Liberated France from Nazi occupation
Freed Jews from Concentration Camps
Developed the Atomic Bomb
36
Based on this quote, John Locke believed
people should obey kings without question.
people should be grouped based on their social class.
people are basically good and equal to each other.
people should obey religious authority.
37
Read the quote seen here. What is the point of view of the author?
The common people deserved to be punished.
The French revolution fairly treated all citizens.
The people staged a bloody revolt on abusive aristocrats.
The aristocracy emerged ok after the revolution.
38
Industrial Revolution factory owners required all of the following to make products EXCEPT
Capital ($) to invest
Strong labor unions
A large supply of labor
Natural Resources
39
The 1917 Bolshevik Revolution was historically important because
The Royal Family was returned to power in Russia
It was the last revolution in history
The revolution caused Russia to lose both World Wars
Russia became the first Communist government/economy
40
Which of these is the best definition of "the scientific method"?
using questions and experiments to draw conclusions
a comprehensive model of the universe
a form of torture in Grubberman's class
studying Biblical theories of creation
41
The guillotine was used mostly during which revolution?
The Mexican Revolution
The French Revolution
The Scientific Revolution
The American Revolution
42
The MOST important reason for dropping the atomic bomb was
to avoid having to invade Japan
to frighten the Soviet Union
to defeat China
to end the war in Europe
43
What was the Industrial Revolution?
wealthy land owners purchase large tracts of land for fields
increased output of machine made goods beginning in England in the 1800's
use of teenagers that worked 14 hours a day, 6 days a week
increased population growth of urban areas during the 1800's
44
In this editorial cartoon, the artist has a point of view that "non-white" colonies of the USA...
have cultures that ought to be respected by imperialists.
are equal to white imperial rulers.
should revolt against their imperialist masters.
are wild children who must be taught "civilized" culture.
45
Which economic system (favored by Adam Smith) believes in private property to create wealth?
Socialism
Capitalism
Communism
46
Which country is being "squeezed" by the hand in this editorial cartoon from 1919?
Germany
The Soviet Union (Russia)
Great Britain
Austria-Hungary
47
If you had been a soldier between 1914 to 1918, what is a weapon you WOULD NOT have seen?
Poison gas
Tanks
Machine guns
An atomic bomb
48
Where did the Industrial Revolution start?
Japan
Russia
United States of America
The United Kingdom
49
A major ECONOMIC consequence of European imperialism in Africa was
Resources from Africa enriched colonial powers.
trade between Africa and Europe collapsed.
Africa developed industry that rivaled Europe's.
working conditions improved for the average African.
50
This author has a point of view that the Nazis were popular because they
advocated Anti-Semitism (hatred of Jews)
promised people more land & living space
promoted the idea that the "Aryan" race is superior
used propaganda to convert the masses of people to Nazism
51
Because it shows the 3rd Estate on the bottom, this cartoon would have been drawn
after the downfall of Napoleon.
to support the dictator Napoleon Bonaparte.
before the French revolution.
during the French revolution's "reign of terror."
52
Logic, literacy, heliocentric theory, physics, and medical dissection were all part of the
Romantic movement in art
European Enlightenment
American Revolution
Scientific Revolution
53
What caused people to support totalitarian dictators between 1919 and 1945?
A desire for respecting the religious freedom of minorities.
The promises of economic security and political stability.
The dictators supported the League of Nations.
People wanted democratic government.
54
What was the peace agreement that ended World War 1 called?
The United Nations
The Marshall Plan
The League of Nations
The Treaty of Versailles
55
Which of these events is the best example of "blitzkrieg"?
The German invasion of Poland (1939)
Hiroshima and Nagasaki (1945)
D-Day (1944)
Hitler's appointment as Chancellor of Germany (1933)
56
The threat of Excommunication caused Galileo Galilei to
give up the "heliocentric theory"
accept the "geocentric theory"
convert to Catholicism
confess to murder
57
Which historical revolution inspired Karl Marx to write "The Communist Manifesto?"
Revolutions in Latin America
The Industrial Revolution
The American Revolution
The Scientific Revolution
58
Fascist German and Italian governments had
democratic voting and respect of rights.
rulership by a hereditary monarchy (Kings).
a single all-powerful ruler.
a separation of powers like the US Constitution.
59
Why did "Peace, Bread, and Land" appeal to Russian people in 1917?
It promoted the idea of slavery in Russia.
It glorified the rule of the Russian Tsar (King).
It addressed the most important needs of peasants.
It promised them an expanding empire.
60
This author has a point of view that the Nazis were popular because they
promised people more land & living space
used propaganda to convert the masses of people to Nazism
promoted the idea that the "Aryan" race is superior
advocated Anti-Semitism (hatred of Jews)
61
At WW2's end, Europe was devastated. How did the US respond?
Its "Marshall Plan" aided Europe to promote economic growth.
It became an "isolationist" nation again and forgot Europe.
It forced Germany to pay reparations for damages in the war.
It embraced Communism as a solution to Europe's problems.
62
Based on this quote, how would Karl Marx view the philosophy of Adam Smith's capitalism?
Totally opposed-Marx would say capitalist self-interest is oppressive.
Somewhat against-Marx would say a few capitalists are good people.
Totally in favor-Marx would say Smith's philsophy was 100% right.
Somewhat agreed-Marx would say capitalism usually helps society.
63
What was the biggest
ECONOMIC
change of the industrial revolution?
The upper class could buy land for the first time.
Teenagers went to work for the first time.
The first urban cities were created.
Shift from handmade to machine production.
64
One effect of the wars on Europe's former colonies was that
they all used the USSR's communism as a model for economics.
they fully embraced Europe and rejoined the old empires.
they all formed alliances with the U.S.A. to become capitalist.
they rejected imperialism & declared national independence.
65
Which World War 2 vocabulary term was most responsible for the events of the Holocaust?
Isolationism
Appeasement
Anti-Semitism
Blitzkrieg
66
Which of the following would Mary Wollstonecraft support based on this quotation?
Power of women in a marriage.
Equal power of men and women.
Power of men in a dating relationship.
Power of parents to control a relationship.
67
What would be the best title for the events that happened BEFORE 1939's German invasion of Poland?
The defeat of the Axis and end of WW2
Causes of World War 2
Events that caused the Holocaust
The Alliance of the UK, USA, & USSR
68
How was Japan treated by the US and Allies after WW2?
Japan was forced to accept Communism by the occupying USSR.
Japan was occupied, given aid, and adopted democratic laws.
Japan was punished severely and became a colony of China.
Japan was left alone to continue its imperial militarism.
69
According to this quote, Bishop Jacques Bossuet is arguing for
the Protestant Reformation against Catholicism.
revolutions against the power of Kings.
the divine right of Kings to rule.
voting rights for all people.
