Colonial Independence and Its Impact

Which country gained independence from the United States in 1946?

• Philippines

• India

• Vietnam

• Indonesia

What was the primary method used by the Indian National Congress to resist British rule?

• Armed rebellion

• Nonviolent protest

• Economic sanctions

• Diplomatic negotiations

Which two countries emerged as independent nations from India in 1947?

• India and Sri Lanka

• India and Pakistan

• India and Bangladesh

• India and Nepal

What was a common economic issue faced by newly independent nations after decolonization?

• Lack of natural resources

• Economic dependence on raw material exports

• Overpopulation

• Excessive foreign investment

Which superpower provided weapons to nationalist groups during decolonization?

• Soviet Union

• United Kingdom

• France

• United States

Why did the United States refuse to support North Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh?

• They were a monarchy

• They had no natural resources

• They were allied with Japan

• They were a communist government

Which colonial power did the U.S. support in Vietnam to prevent the spread of communism?

• France

• United Kingdom

• Japan

• China

What was the main reason some colonies gained independence without serious violence?

• Willingness to let foreign businesses remain

• Strong military presence

• Lack of interest in independence

• International pressure

Which ideology did some colonial leaders want to base their independent nations on?

• Feudalism

• Capitalism

• Socialism

• Monarchism

What was the main goal of the United States and the Soviet Union regarding new independent nations?

• To merge them into one bloc

• To colonize them

• To influence their policies

• To isolate them