World History: World at War

What were the global effects of World War II?

• Decolonization, the Cold War, and the establishment of the United Nations
• Global disarmament and peace treaties
• Increased imperialism, economic prosperity, and cultural exchange
• Strengthening of colonial powers and expansion of empires

What signs of impending doom were overlooked leading up to World War II?

• Rise of totalitarian regimes and militarization
• Global economic stability and cooperation
• Decrease in nationalism and imperialism
• Peaceful resolution of conflicts

What were the three main causes of World War I?

• Colonialism, socialism, and democracy
• Nationalism, alliances, and militarism
• Imperialism, communism, and fascism
• Religion, economics, and technology

Which political and economic theories were developed by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels?

• Fascism
• Socialism
• Capitalism
• Marxism

What was the name given to the meeting between British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, Soviet Premier Joseph Stalin, and U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt to discuss preparations for a German defeat in World War II?

• Versailles Conference
• Potsdam Conference
• Yalta Conference
• Tehran Conference

How did Hitler's vision for Germany and the Third Reich come to fruition?

• Through propaganda, militarization, and persecution
• Through diplomatic negotiations and alliances
• Through economic reforms and social welfare programs
• Through peaceful coexistence with neighboring countries

What was the label given to the Ottoman Empire in the mid-19th Century based on its economic difficulty and impoverishment?

• Sick Man of Europe
• Strong Man of Europe
• Healthy Man of Europe
• Wealthy Man of Europe

Which term describes the attempt to wipe out an entire race of people?

• Extermination
• Genocide
• Ethnic Cleansing
• Massacre

Who was the Führer of Nazi Germany during World War II?

• Joseph Stalin
• Winston Churchill
• Benito Mussolini
• Adolf Hitler

Which war alliance included Japan, Italy, and Germany during World War II?

• Axis Powers
• Allied Powers
• Central Powers
• Triple Entente