World History Topics 19 & 20

What happened to Germany after WW2?

• It became a single unified country.

• It was divided into East and West Germany.

• It remained neutral.

• It was annexed by the Soviet Union.

What was the political status of Japan immediately after World War II?

• It became a democratic republic.

• Th U.S. helped create a new democratic Constitution

• It was annexed by China.

• It remained under the rule of the emperor.

Which countries emerged as superpowers after WW2?

• Germany and Japan

• United States and Soviet Union

• United Kingdom and France

• China and India

What is the Cold War?

• A period of direct military conflict between the US and the Soviet Union.

• A period of political tension and military rivalry between the US and the Soviet Union.

• A war fought in Antarctica.

• A conflict between Germany and France.

What is the name of the Dr. Seuss book that serves as an allegory for the Cold War?

• The Cat in the Hat

• Green Eggs and Ham

• The Butter Battle Book

• Horton Hears a Who!

What were the two dominant economic policies that were disputed during the Cold War?

• Capitalism and Socialism

• Feudalism and Mercantilism

• Communism and Capitalism

• Socialism and Feudalism

What is the name for the ideological border between the Soviets and the West during the Cold War?

• The Iron Curtain

• The Berlin Wall

• The Bamboo Curtain

• The Great Wall

Generally, what happened to colonies after WW2? What is the term used to describe this?

• They became independent; Decolonization

• They were annexed by other countries; Annexation

• They remained colonies; Colonization

• They formed a union; Unification

What problems did many newly independent countries face after colonial rule?

• Economic prosperity

• Political stability

• Ethnic conflicts and economic challenges

• Technological advancement

Why did borders lead to so much violence after colonial rule?

• They were well-defined and accepted by all.

• They were often arbitrarily drawn, ignoring ethnic and cultural divisions.

• They were based on natural landmarks.

• They were established through peaceful negotiations.