24/4/24 (B1) the first war of Independence

What was the approximate extent of the British Empire at its peak in 1922?

• a) 10% of Earth's land surface
• b) 25% of Earth's land surface
• c) 50% of Earth's land surface
• d) 75% of Earth's land surface

How many people were estimated to be ruled by the British Empire at its height in 1922?

• a) 100 million people
• b) 250 million people
• c) 458 million people
• d) 700 million people

What major global event contributed to the rise of nationalism and the demand for independence among British colonies?

• a) The French Revolution
• b) The Industrial Revolution
• c) The American Civil War
• d) The First World War

Which war led to the independence of many North American colonies from Britain?

• a) The American Civil War
• b) The War of 1812
• c) The American Revolutionary War
• d) The French and Indian War

What was a significant factor contributing to the decline of the British Empire in the 20th century?

• a) Economic instability in Britain
• b) Rise of communism in Europe
• c) Increased resistance and demands for independence from colonies
• d) British military defeats in Asia