How does the caste system relate to the Hindu Religion?

in order to reach enlightenment, one must do good in each caste level/class

How did the caste system help Britain to colonize India?

Britain could use the system to force obedience from the lower castes

What are the five pillars of Islam?

One God, Daily Prayers, Fasting, Charity, Pilgrimage

An economic reform of the Meiji Restoration was:

It created a European-style money economy

The best description of the Meiji Restoration is:

A period of rapid modernization, where Japan’s feudal system was dissolved

the natural way. simple rules and a focus on doing things naturally

The Great Leap Forward was notable because it….

caused a massive famine that killed millions of Chinese.

What happened during the partition of India in 1947?

Separation of British controlled India into India and Pakistan (religion)

What aspects of Japanese culture made it difficult for Americans to fight them during WWII?

They refused to surrender, and they used suicidal attacks against the US

In the Japanese feudal system, who were the daimyo?

Land-owning warriors who fought for territory with armies of samurai

How did Deng Xiaoping change the Chinese economy after Mao?

Allowed more capitalistic interests and outside investments

The best description of the Tokugawa Shogunate is:

A period of peace, prosperity, and relative isolation from the world

What two things were true about the Qing Dynasty?

It was ruled by the Manchus and was the last Chinese Imperial Dynasty.

Which statement best describes the impact of the monsoons on South Asia?

The wet monsoon is essential for agriculture in the region

What happened during the Rape of Nanking?

The mass killing of Chinese citizens by Japanese soldiers

What led to the Japanese people turning against the Tokugawa Shogunate?

The Shogunate signed a treaty giving the US trading rights with Japan

What is NOT an effect of Propaganda, as it has been used in Modern China?

It pushes individuals to criticize their government.

In Buddhism, how does one achieve Nirvana?

by removing all desires from your life. Eightfold path

What is Confucianism?

a focus on relationships between parts of society. example: dad and son

Archaeological evidence suggests that the Indus Valley civilization:

had a high degree of city planning

Shintoism emphasizes:

Respect for the spirits of nature

What were two major effects of the Meiji Restoration that make it a significant event in Japanese history?

industrialized economy, modernized military, westernized society

Why did Japan bomb Pearl Harbor?

In retaliation for the US embargo on Japanese oil supplies

Which of the following is true about Buddhism in Japan?

Zen Buddhism emphasized self-discipline and meditation for samurai warriors

If a leader successfully has a Cult of Personality, what beliefs would the people of their country have?

They love the leader unconditionally as someone greater than themselves.

The Cultural Revolution wished to accomplish the following.

Replace traditional beliefs with the beliefs of Mao.

Japan’s goal in World War II was to:

Establish a colonial empire in the Pacific & East Asia

Why was Confucianism popular in Japan?

It was very similar to feudalism

Strict laws are needed to govern society with some quality rewards

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1
How does the caste system relate to the Hindu Religion?
in order to reach enlightenment, one must do good in each caste level/class
Wrong
2
This social class of people were responsible for farming and producing things.
Peasants
Untouchables
Scholars
Gentry
3
What began when the Chinese destroyed a large supply of drugs owned by British merchants?
Opium Wars
Taiping Rebellion
War for Independence
The Boxer Rebellion
4
How did the caste system help Britain to colonize India?
Britain could use the system to force obedience from the lower castes
Wrong
5
What two religions is Jainism a combination of?
Buddhism and Hinduism
Buddhism and Islam
Judaism and Christianity
Hinduism and Islam
6
What are the five pillars of Islam?
One God, Daily Prayers, Fasting, Charity, Pilgrimage
Wrong
7
Is Hinduism monotheistic or polytheistic?
Polytheistic
Monotheistic
8
An economic reform of the Meiji Restoration was:
It reduced the power of the military in society
It made Japan a US-style democracy
It created a European-style money economy
It increased the power of the shogun
9
The best description of the Meiji Restoration is:
A period of constant chaos and warfare in Japan
period of expansion, when Japan defeated other nations and built an empire
A period of rapid modernization, where Japan’s feudal system was dissolved
peace, prosperity, and relative isolation from the rest of the world
10
This island nation has a thriving democracy, but the Chinese Communist government wants to be unified with it.
Sri Lanka
Korea
Malaysia
Taiwan
11
one of the original founders of the Communist Party in China and wanted to modernize/reform China
Deng Xiaoping
Mao Zedong
Xi Jingping
Sun Yat Sen
12
What is Daoism?
Strict laws are needed to govern society with some quality rewards
a focus on relationships between parts of society. example: dad and son
the natural way. simple rules and a focus on doing things naturally
13
The Great Leap Forward was notable because it….
caused a massive famine that killed millions of Chinese.
led to better relations with the United States.
started the major growth in the economy that China still enjoys today.
caused the Korean War.
14
What two religions is Sikhism a combination of?
Buddhism and Hinduism
Hinduism and Islam
Buddhism and Islam
Judaism and Christianity
15
What happened during the partition of India in 1947?
Separation of British controlled India into India and Pakistan (religion)
WRONG
16
What aspects of Japanese culture made it difficult for Americans to fight them during WWII?
The Japanese were pacifists and refused to engage in fighting
They had the support of the Russians, who cut American supply lines to Asia
They were more industrialized and had stronger, more effective weapons
They refused to surrender, and they used suicidal attacks against the US
17
Commodore Matthew Perry’s visit to Japan was intended to
Overthrow the emperor of Japan
Protect Japan from Chinese invasion
Open Japan up to US trade
Conquer Japan on behalf of the US
18
In the Japanese feudal system, who were the daimyo?
Land-owning warriors who fought for territory with armies of samurai
Warrior knights who pledged loyalty to and provided protection to another
Farmers, peasants, and artisans who rented land in exchange for taxes
A military leader who ruled over Japan with the emperor as a figurehead
19
A major economic problem facing Japan today is:
Japan’s workforce is shrinking
It is difficult to compete with China
All of the above
Citizens are buying fewer consumer goods
20
How did Deng Xiaoping change the Chinese economy after Mao?
wrong
Allowed more capitalistic interests and outside investments
21
All of the following were goals of Deng’s modernization EXCEPT
Develop new science and technology
Increase democratization
Modernize agriculture
Build up China’s defense
22
The best description of the Tokugawa Shogunate is:
A period of peace, prosperity, and relative isolation from the world
when Japan defeated other nations in brief wars and built an empire
rapid modernization, when Japan’s feudal class structure dissolved
A period of constant chaos and warfare in Japan
23
What two things were true about the Qing Dynasty?
It was ruled by the Manchus and was the last Chinese Imperial Dynasty.
It was ruled by the Uighurs and led to a flourishing of the arts.
it was ruled by the Han and refused to adopt a “Middle Kingdom” policy
It was ruled by the Mongols and built the Forbidden Palace.
24
Who won the Chinese Civil War in 1949?
The Communists
The Nationalists
The Bolsheviks
The Moderates
25
Which statement best describes the impact of the monsoons on South Asia?
During the dry season, temperatures fall below freezing in much of the area
They affect the mountainous regions of India far more than the river valley
The wet monsoon is essential for agriculture in the region
the monsoons affect only the Deccan Plateau and not the northern plain
26
What happened during the Rape of Nanking?
kidnapped all women + children from Nanking and brought them back to Japan
soldiers targeted Chinese men to ensure that they could not create an army
took over the government and completely wiped out all government officials
The mass killing of Chinese citizens by Japanese soldiers
27
What led to the Japanese people turning against the Tokugawa Shogunate?
The Shogunate instigated a war with neighboring Korea
The Shogunate signed a treaty giving the US trading rights with Japan
The Shogunate made Christianity the official religion in Japan
The Shogunate banned women from public office
28
What is NOT an effect of Propaganda, as it has been used in Modern China?
It causes people to feel emotionally connected to a message.
It allows the government to relay an idea it believes is important.
It pushes individuals to criticize their government.
It encourages the general population to have all the same beliefs.
29
European countries took over parts of China known as ____ where they had exclusive trading rights
Qing-doms
Commercial Centers
Mandates of Heaven
Spheres of Influence
30
In Buddhism, how does one achieve Nirvana?
Wrong
by removing all desires from your life. Eightfold path
31
What is Confucianism?
Strict laws are needed to govern society with some quality rewards
a focus on relationships between parts of society. example: dad and son
the natural way. simple rules and a focus on doing things naturally
32
Archaeological evidence suggests that the Indus Valley civilization:
adapted its system of writing from Egypt
had little contact with other peoples
had little influence on India later
had a high degree of city planning
33
All of the following are challenges facing India today EXCEPT:
Malnourishment (especially of children)
Infrastructure (transportation, sanitation, etc.)
Poverty & a large gap between wealthy & poor
A declining population
34
In an effort to consolidate power, a dictator might use _______, which involves jailing or executing political opponent
Capitalism
The Cult of Personality
Purges
Propaganda
35
Shintoism emphasizes:
Loyalty and honesty to an overlord
Respect for the spirits of nature
Hierarchical relationships with a superior and inferior person
Self-improvement and self-discipline
36
Under Communism, many people would work together on a farm and live equally. These farms were known as:
Confucianism
Gathering Gardens
Communes
Friendly Farms
37
What were two major effects of the Meiji Restoration that make it a significant event in Japanese history?
wrong
industrialized economy, modernized military, westernized society
38
Why did Japan bomb Pearl Harbor?
In retaliation for the US embargo on Japanese oil supplies
To show the rest of the world that they were to be feared
To keep the United States from entering the war
None of the above
39
What is Nirvana?
The process of reincarnation in Hinduism
A popular band for old people
A spiritual enlightenment
the “suffering” stage in the eightfold path
40
Which of the following is true about Buddhism in Japan?
Zen Buddhism emphasized self-discipline and meditation for samurai warriors
Buddhism emphasized a strict class system based on occupation
All of the above
Commoners believed all people could attain enlightenment through faith
41
Why did Japan invade Manchuria?
To gain oil and coal
All of the above
To become an empire
to expand their power over Asia
42
If a leader successfully has a Cult of Personality, what beliefs would the people of their country have?
They love the leader unconditionally as someone greater than themselves.
They would consider the leader a god to be regularly worshiped.
dont care who their ruler was, as long as they did their job well.
They would hate the leader and wish them dead.
43
Name the treaty that the Tokugawa Shogunate signed with the United States that ended isolationism in Japan?
Treaty of Nanking
Treaty of Tokyo Port
Treaty of Kanagawa
Treaty of Versailles
44
The Cultural Revolution wished to accomplish the following.
Modernize the economy.
Weaken the control of the Communist government.
Encourage more students to study math and science.
Replace traditional beliefs with the beliefs of Mao.
45
Japan’s goal in World War II was to:
Maintain trade relationships with the United States
Defeat Hitler and other dictatorial powers in Europe
Defend Japan from attacks by Germany and Italy
Establish a colonial empire in the Pacific & East Asia
46
This program sought to make the Chinese economy more based on capitalism rather than completely controlled by government
The Five Year Plan
The Great Leap Forward
The Four Modernizations
The Return to Confucianism
47
This leader of the Gumandong/Nationalist Party was forced to retreat to Taiwan and create a new country.
Chaing Kai-Shek
Mao Zedong
Sun Yat-Sen
Deng Xiaoping
48
this dynasty in China decided it should have very little contact with the rest of the world during the ____ Dynasty.
Han
Ming
Qing
Tang
49
Why was Confucianism popular in Japan?
It was not popular in Japan
It was popular among the samurai
It was founded in Japan
It was very similar to feudalism
50
After WWII, Japan’s government system changed to a(n):
Absolute monarchy
Republic
Constitutional monarchy
Military dictatorship
51
What is Legalism?
the natural way. simple rules and a focus on doing things naturally
Strict laws are needed to govern society with some quality rewards
a focus on relationships between parts of society. example: dad and son
52
In 1989, pro-democracy students were massacred as the Chinese Communist government removed them from this place.
Shanghai
Hong Kong
Taiwan
Tiananmen Square
53
What is the major split in the Islamic religion creating two sects of muslims?
Wrong
Sunni: teachings of Mohammed. Shia: Blood of Mohammed
54
During the Heian Court Period of Japanese history:
All of the above
Developments in Japanese art and literature reached their height
Japan developed a uniquely “Japanese” identity
Land-owning warriors gained power & independence
55
What is the holy text of Islam?
Old Testament
Bible
Torah
Quran
56
Provide an overview of the historical and ongoing conflict between Hindus and Muslims within the India/Pakistan region:
during partition mass violence erupted. this has continued ever since.
Wrong
57
Which was NOT an obstacle to the goals of the Communist regime?
Lack of technology
No labor force to work
Very little farmable land
None of the above
58
What was the primary role of the British East India Company?
a branch of the British government that ruled directly over areas of India
have a fair exchange of goods between Mughal princes and British companies
to spread Christianity throughout the predominantly Hindu areas of India
it was a business organization that economically dominated India
59
Who were the Red Guards?
Young people that wished for more rights and democracy.
Young people that wished to get rid of traditional Chinese culture.
Old people that acted as a special security force for the Chinese leaders.
Old people that wanted to restore China as the great empire it once was.
60
A major goal of the US occupation of Japan after WWII was:
To prevent military expansion or growth in Japan
To restore Confucian values to Japanese society
To conquer all of Japan
To replace the emperor with a president
61
The Gentry class of Imperial China was typically made up of…
scholars and government officials
soldiers and warriors
workers and builders
farmers and planters
62
Which aspect of Japanese culture was adopted from Chinese culture?
A system of government
A writing system
architectural styles
All of the above
63
What was the “economic miracle” and what did it do for Japan?
after ww2 they invested in cheap electronics which became high in demand
wrong
64
What was the primary reason that the US dropped the atomic bombs on Japan?
To compel Japan to surrender without invading the main islands of Japan
To get revenge on Japan for its attack on the United States
To test the atomic bomb before using them to defeat Germany in the war
To kill as many Japanese as possible
65
Why did Japan want to expand through Asia & the Pacific in the early 1900’s?
Japan took German Pacific islands as part of its WWI alliance with Britain
Japan wanted to gain equal status with European powers
All of the above
Japan needed natural resources to fuel industrialization
66
A long-engrained tradition of respecting one’s elders in China is known as…
filial piety.
patriarchal society
kowtowing.
ancestor worship.
67
Which of the following is NOT true about early Japanese civilization?
A clan called the Tenno clan was the first to unite Japan into one kingdom
Japan has had a series of dynasties, each of which was overturned violently
The people were organized into clans, or extended family groups
Japan’s emperor is believed to be descended from a sun god
68
Who is the founder of Islam?
Abraham
Mohammed
Jesus Christ
Allah
69
How did the Great Depression impact Japan?
Japan grew very wealthy trading with other nations in Asia
Japan grew very wealthy trading with European nations
Economic problems led Japan to establish a military dictatorship
very little effect because Japan was largely isolated & self-sufficient
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Who were the zaibatsu?
Samurai land-owning lords
Peasants
samurai-owned family corporations
Rich merchants who were not samurai

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