World History Unit 5 & 6 Review

Which of the following best explains why European countries engaged in imperialism?

• To support democratic governments

• To promote international peace

• To acquire natural resources and new markets

• To spread communism

Social Darwinism is the belief that:

• All people are equal

• Only certain groups are naturally suited to rule

• Social problems should be solved by the government

• Science should not influence social policy

The Berlin Conference (1884–1885) was important because it:

• Established international trade laws

• Helped European nations form alliances

• Banned the practice of slavery worldwide

• Divided Africa among European nations without regard for indigenous cultures

The term “Scramble for Africa” refers to:

• European powers rushing to colonize Africa in the late 19th century

• The race among African nations to develop industry

• The migration of Africans to Europe

• An African-led movement for independence

What role did the British East India Company play in India?

• It provided free education for Indians

• It helped unify India into one nation

• It organized local government and elections

• It established British rule by controlling trade and using military force

The Opium Wars between Britain and China were fought because:

• China wanted to import opium from Britain

• Britain tried to force China to allow opium imports, despite Chinese opposition

• Both countries agreed on the opium trade

• The wars were fought over territorial disputes in Asia

The Meiji Restoration in Japan was a period when:

• Japan isolated itself from the world

• Japan was colonized by European powers

• Japan quickly modernized its military, industry, and government to resist Western pressure

• Japan adopted communism as its government system

Which of the following was NOT a cause of World War I?

• Imperialism

• Militarism

• Nationalism

• Communism

“Total war” is a term used to describe a conflict in which:

• Every part of society is mobilized to support the war effort

• Only soldiers are involved

• Only local militias participate

• The war is fought without any propaganda

Propaganda during World War I was used to:

• Provide accurate and unbiased news

• Encourage diplomatic negotiations

• Persuade citizens to support the war through exaggerated information and emotional appeals

• Limit the involvement of civilians in the war