World History Midterm 2025

Which continent was significantly impacted by changes in political boundaries due to European political and military control by the mid-18th century?

• Africa

• North America

• Asia

• South America

What was the role of mercantilism in stimulating European expansion through trade, conquest, and colonization?

• Promoting isolationism

• Encouraging free trade among nations

• Accumulating wealth through a favorable balance of trade

• Ignoring the economic aspects of colonization

How did natural resources influence European exploration and colonization?

• Natural resources had no impact

• Natural resources motivated and funded exploration

• Natural resources led to conflicts and wars

• Natural resources discouraged exploration

What is one example of the social impact of the interactions between indigenous peoples and colonizers?

• Spread of disease

• Columbian Exchange

• Building of new trade routes

• Technological advancements

Which continents were involved in the movement of essential commodities (e.g., sugar, cotton) according to the standard?

• Asia, Europe, and Africa

• Europe, North America, and Australia

• Asia, South America, and Antarctica

• Europe, Antarctica, and Africa

Which region commonly practiced slavery similar to the chattel slavery found in the Americas?

• East Africa

• West Africa

• Southwest Asia

• Europe

What was a key difference between the economic policies of China and Japan during the time period in question?

• China focused on isolationism, while Japan pursued international trade

• China heavily invested in military expansion, while Japan prioritized economic development

• China embraced capitalism, while Japan adopted a communist economic system

• China implemented tariffs on imports, while Japan promoted free trade

How did the new social stratification in Spanish colonies contribute to conflict?

• It promoted unity among Native Americans, Africans, and Europeans

• It led to peaceful interactions between different groups

• It created tension and conflict among diverse populations

• It had no impact on social dynamics

How did the importation of gold and silver from the New World impact inflation in Europe, Southwest Asia, and Africa?

• Increased inflation due to a decrease in the value of gold and silver

• Decreased inflation due to a scarcity of gold and silver

• Decreased inflation due to an abundance of gold and silver

• Increased inflation due to a rise in the value of gold and silver

What is a key aspect to consider when comparing and contrasting the motivations for expanding empires?

• Time period differences

• Geographical size of the empires

• Language spoken by the rulers

• Types of weapons used in battles