American Cultures Chapter 14 Study Guide - Part 1

What global events contributed to the rise of aggressive dictators in the early 20th century?

• Effects of WWI and the Great Depression

• The Industrial Revolution and the Renaissance

• The Age of Exploration and the Enlightenment

How many nations met at Versailles to construct a peace agreement after World War I?

• 15

• 27

• 50

Which countries had a real say in the peace agreement at Versailles?

• Britain, U.S., and France

• Germany, Russia, and Italy

• Japan, Italy, and France

Which two countries were not present at the Versailles peace agreement meeting?

• Britain and France

• Germany and Russia

• Italy and Japan

Which countries expected far more for their sacrifices at the Versailles peace agreement?

• Britain and France

• Germany and Russia

• Italy and Japan

What political trend did many nations follow in the 1920s?

• They turned towards democracy

• They all became monarchies

• They formed alliances with each other

What is a key feature of totalitarianism?

• A single party or leader controls the economic, social, and cultural lives of its people

• Complete freedom of speech and press

• Power is shared equally among all citizens

How do totalitarian states typically spread their ideology to children?

• Use of schools and youth organizations

• Allowing children to choose their own beliefs

• Encouraging independent thought

What role does censorship play in a totalitarian state?

• Strict censorship of artists, intellectuals, and political rivals with dissenting opinions

• Encouragement of free artistic expression

• Allowing all political opinions to be published

What is a key characteristic of a totalitarian regime regarding political parties?

• Only one political party is allowed to exist.

• Multiple political parties compete freely.

• Political parties are chosen by the people.