World History Sem 2 Exam I 24-25

What made true independence difficult for new nations emerging post-colonialism?

• Lack of political support

• Abundance of capital and expertise

• Borrowing money from European nations

• Immediate access to resources

What does neocolonialism entail? (DOK 1)

• Complete independence from former colonial powers

• Continued dependence and domination by a colonial power

• Fair trade agreements and partnerships

• Economic self-reliance

What factors led to neocolonialism for African countries after independence? (DOK 2)

• Investments from other continents

• Economic sanctions enforced by international bodies

• Borrowing money from European nations

• Economic boycotts

Which of the following African countries were independent in 1950?

• Nigeria and South Africa

• Namibia and Egypt

• Liberia and Ethiopia

• Ghana and Lesotho

Which claim is best supported by the evidence included in these maps? (DOK 3)

• Egypt and Ethiopia are no longer part of Africa.

• By 1980, most African countries had become independent.

• By 1950, most of Africa was controlled by Russia or the United States.

• The Union of South Africa was renamed Namibia.

Which nation lost the most territory as a result of World War I?

• Belgium

• France

• Austria-Hungary

• Germany

Which claim is best supported by the evidence included in these maps? (DOK 3)

• A. Nationalistic movements influenced the borders in Europe at the end of World War I.

• B. Empires kept their territory in Europe at the end of World War I.

• C. Russia gained territory at the end of World War I.

• D. Germany's military supremacy gave the country an advantage in Europe at the end of World War I.

How did a conflict between two countries escalate into a widespread war involving most European nations? (DOK 2)

• A. European nations were entangled by a network of alliances.

• B. European nations hoped to gain territory through a great war.

• C. European nations wanted to make the world safe for democracy.

• D. European nations did not try diplomatic solutions to the Balkan conflict.

The Western Front was fought in which countries?

• Austria-Hungary and Italy

• Belgium, France, and Germany

• The Netherlands, Belgium, and France

• Russia, Austria-Hungary, and Romania

Which country spent the most on their military in 1913?

• Great Britain

• Germany

• Italy

• United States