Southeast Asia Quiz

Many Chinese moved to Malaysia because of:

• Economic opportunities

• Cultural exchange programs

• Tourism

• Climate

Location: What was Siam’s location relative to the nearest European colonies?

• North of British India

• East of French Indochina

• South of Dutch East Indies

• West of Portuguese Timor

Region: Which European country could access both the Indian and the Pacific oceans from its colony?

• France

• Portugal

• Netherlands

• Spain

Which term or name is associated with the significance of being the last reigning monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaii?

• Pacific Rim

• King Mongkut

• Emilio Aguinaldo

• annexation

• Queen Liliuokalani

Which Western power had the most negative impact on its colonies?

• British Empire

• French Empire

• Spanish Empire

• Dutch Empire

How were the Dutch East India Trading Company and the British East India Company similar?

• Both were established for trade in the East Indies.

• Both were government-owned enterprises.

• Both focused on trade with the Americas.

• Both were founded in the 20th century.

What changes took place in Southeast Asia as a result of colonial control?

• Economic exploitation and infrastructure development

• Complete independence from colonial powers

• No significant changes occurred

• Southeast Asia became a major global power

Some groups believed that the United States should colonize like the Europeans because:

• They wanted to expand their territory.

• They wanted to spread democracy.

• They wanted to increase trade opportunities.

• They wanted to compete with European powers.

The reforms of the Siamese kings helped Siam remain independent by:

• Modernizing the military and economy

• Forming alliances with neighboring countries

• Isolating the country from foreign influence

• Expanding the territory through conquests

What does President McKinley’s desire to “uplift and Christianize” the Filipinos suggest about his perception of the people?

• He viewed them as equals.

• He saw them as needing guidance.

• He believed they were already advanced.

• He thought they were superior.