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