Key Events in Modern World History

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A period of rapid colonization of the African continent by European powers, driven by economic interests and national prestige is known as _________.

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Scramble for Africa (1870-1914)

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Led by Otto von Bismarck, various independent German states unified under Prussian leadership to form the German Empire. This event is called _________.

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Unification of Germany

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A meeting of European nations to divide Africa peacefully, establishing rules for colonization is known as the _________?

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Berlin Conference

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Which treaty formalized the decisions of the Berlin Conference, including free trade in the Congo and navigation rights?

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Treaty of Berlin

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A defensive alliance between Germany and Austria-Hungary against Russia is called the _________.

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Dual Alliance

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Conflict between the British Empire and the Boers (Dutch settlers) in South Africa that ended in Boer victory is known as the _________.

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First Boer War

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A military alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy is called the _________

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Triple Alliance

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A secret agreement between Germany and Russia to remain neutral if either was attacked is known as the _________?

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Reinsurance Treaty

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Which amendment allowed the U.S. to intervene in Cuban affairs and established Guantanamo Bay naval base?

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Platt Amendment

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A U.S. Navy fleet that toured the world to showcase American naval power is called the _________.

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Great White Fleet