French Colonialism in Vietnam

French Colonialism in Vietnam

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video explores Vietnam's history, focusing on its emergence as a nation post-20th century. It details the French colonization beginning in 1858, the formation of French Indochina, and the economic exploitation by the French. The infrastructure developments, such as railways and irrigation, are discussed alongside the economic changes they brought. Debates on colonialism, led by figures like Paul Barnard, highlight the economic motives behind colonization. The video concludes with the rise of nationalist resistance against French dominance, marking the start of the nationalist movement in Indochina.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What year did the French begin their colonization of Vietnam?

1858

1900

1945

1800

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the French belief regarding their role in Vietnam?

To spread Christianity

To establish a military base

To modernize a backward country

To exploit resources

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which regions did the French gain control over after the French Indochina war?

Mekong and Red River

Tonkin and UNAM

Saigon and Hanoi

Hue and Da Nang

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the infrastructure developed by the French in Vietnam?

To improve local transportation

To facilitate trade and economic exploitation

To connect Vietnam with Europe

To promote tourism

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By 1931, Vietnam became the third largest exporter of which commodity?

Coffee

Rice

Rubber

Tea

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Paul Barnard's belief about the primary motive behind acquiring colonies?

To spread culture

To establish military dominance

To flourish business and make profits

To gain political power

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of labor was predominantly used in the French plantations in Vietnam?

Voluntary labor

Indentured labor

Child labor

Skilled labor

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