Empires and Their Modern-Day Impact

What was the British Empire's global land control at its peak?

• 25 million km squared

• 35.5 million km squared

• 45 million km squared

• 55 million km squared

Which empire had the second largest land control in history?

• Roman Empire

• Spanish Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Mongolian Empire

What was a significant factor in Spain's historical global influence?

• Its formidable naval forces

• Its vast army

• Its advanced technology

• Its diplomatic relations

Which country is the largest Portuguese-speaking nation today?

• Portugal

• Angola

• Mozambique

• Brazil

What was a key factor in Argentina's economic prosperity in the early 20th century?

• Natural resource discoveries

• Military expansion

• Technological advancements

• Large-scale European immigration

During which decade did Japan experience a significant economic downturn known as the 'lost decade'?

• 1970s

• 1980s

• 1990s

• 2000s

What is a major demographic challenge facing Japan today?

• High birth rate

• Aging population

• High immigration rates

• Rapid urbanization

What was the peak population of the Soviet Union?

• 193 million

• 493 million

• 393 million

• 293 million

Which ancient civilization laid the foundations for Western Civilization?

• Persian Empire

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient Egypt

• Roman Empire

What was a significant cause of Greece's decline as a superpower?

• Foreign invasions

• Economic collapse

• Internal conflict

• Natural disasters