Decolonization and the Aftermath of Empires

What was a major factor that discredited the idea of empire after World War II?

• The defeat of the Nazis

• The invention of new technologies

• The economic prosperity of colonies

• The establishment of the United Nations

Answer explanation

The defeat of the Nazis discredited the idea of empire after World War II due to the collapse of their imperial ambitions and ideologies.

Which of the following countries became three independent nations after decolonization?

• Australia

• India

• Brazil

• Canada

Answer explanation

India is the correct choice as it became three independent nations after decolonization.

What was the system called that forced Indonesian peasants to set aside part of their land for cash crops?

• Colonialism

• Feudalism

• Cultuurstelsel

• Mercantilism

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Cultuurstelsel' which was the system that forced Indonesian peasants to set aside part of their land for cash crops.

Who became Indonesia's first prime minister after World War II?

• Nelson Mandela

• Ho Chi Minh

• Sukarno

• Mohandas K. Gandhi

Answer explanation

Sukarno became Indonesia's first prime minister after World War II.

In which year did India achieve independence from Britain?

• 1947

• 1950

• 1960

• 1971

Answer explanation

India achieved independence from Britain in 1947, making 1947 the correct choice.

What was a common characteristic of decolonization throughout Afro-Eurasia?

• Immediate stability

• Choosing between socialist and capitalist influences

• Economic prosperity

• Peaceful transitions

Answer explanation

Decolonization throughout Afro-Eurasia often involved choosing between socialist and capitalist influences, rather than immediate stability, economic prosperity, or peaceful transitions.

Which empire's disintegration is mentioned as not being the first time empires fell apart?

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• British Empire

• Mongol Empire

Answer explanation

The Roman Empire's disintegration is mentioned as not being the first time empires fell apart, making it the correct choice.

What was the outcome of the partition of British India in 1947?

• Creation of a unified India

• India and Pakistan became one country

• All colonies gained independence

• India and West and East Pakistan were created

Answer explanation

The correct outcome of the partition of British India in 1947 was the creation of India and West and East Pakistan.

Who was known for their nonviolent approach to Indian decolonization?

• Sukarno

• Mohandas K. Gandhi

• Muhammad Ali Jinnah

• Jawaharlal Nehru

Answer explanation

Mohandas K. Gandhi was known for his nonviolent approach to Indian decolonization, making him the correct choice.

What was a major challenge for African nations post-decolonization?

• Rapid economic growth

• Lack of infrastructure for industrial development

• Overpopulation

• Too many educational institutions

Answer explanation

The major challenge for African nations post-decolonization was the lack of infrastructure for industrial development, hindering economic progress.