World History Final Exam

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Historians use __________ to support or refute positions.

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Evidence

Front

When reading a primary or secondary source it is necessary to check the documents: Grammar, Wording, Language, Credibility

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Credibility

Front

One of the primary reasons for examining historical events is:

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To examine possible alternative courses of action.

Front

Which of the following is an effect of World War II? Options: Germany acted aggressively, taking territory. The Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. Tension between the allies after WWII led directly to the Cold War. The leadership of Hitler.

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Tension between the allies after WWII led directly to the Cold War.

Front

A letter that was written by a soldier during the battle for Iwo Jima is a primary source.

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True

Front

A Russian King is known as a _____

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Czar

Front

What is an absolute monarchy?

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Government where a king or queen has all power.

Front

Which statement best describes the divine right of kings? Options: Kings are granted their power to rule by man. Kings are granted their power to rule by God. Kings are not allowed to be religious. Man is divine and rules himself only.

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Kings are granted their power to rule by God.

Front

Which English Revolutionary (Roundhead) overthrew the crown and established himself as dictator?

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Oliver Cromwell

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Which French Monarch built the Palace at Versailles?

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Louis XIV