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WorksheetsUnit 8 World Geography
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 3hrs 30mins
The primary motive for nineteenth-century European imperialism was....
to benefit the economies of the colonial powers.
to adopt aspects of the cultures of conquered nations.
to encourage global peace and reduce violent conflicts.
to acquire land to house Western Europe's excess population.
Which factor accounts for the "Scramble for Africa" that occurred in the late nineteenth century?
European desire to better understand African culture
Africa's supply of raw materials used in industry
European desire to acquire African technology
Desire to employ Africa's large skilled labor force
In which of the following ways did the European slave trade affect Africa?
By strengthening traditional African economic systems
By hastening the decline of African kingdoms
By facilitating trade across the Sahara
By virtually eliminating tribal warfare
What do Shanghai, Beijing, and other major metropolises of China have in common?
Busy commercial districts and architecture that reflects both modern and traditional influences
Significant levels of political involvement and an emphasis on freedom of expression
Economies largely dependent upon agriculture and the tourism industry
Emphasis on the conservation and preservation of natural resources
Which of the following correctly identifies an immediate impact of the Age of Exploration?
The spread of European influence to the Western Hemisphere
The establishment of autocratic regimes throughout Asia
The outbreak of ethnic conflicts throughout Europe
The growth of Islamic culture in Asia and Africa
One primary characteristic of mercantilism in colonial Latin America was.....
the use of colonies as a source of raw materials for Spain.
the development of colonial industries that competed with Spain.
the establishment of democratic governments in the Spanish colonies.
the lack of restrictions on trade between Spanish and English colonies.
In what way were the Sikh Separatists and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) similar in the 1970s and
1980s?
Both groups allied with the United States in an effort to resist the spread of communism.
Both groups adopted passive resistance as their approach to dealing with enemies.
Both groups used terrorism as a means by which to achieve their goals.
Both groups rejected the support of prominent religious organizations.
Which of the following is a common problem that India, Israel, and Northern Ireland have all faced since the late
1940s?
Political struggles associated with transitioning from a communist system
Inflation and widespread unemployment due to rapid industrialization
Overpopulation and rampant pollution in urban centers
Violent confrontations between religious groups
According to this report, which action MOST likely led to the formation of new boundaries in Sudan?
Southern Sudan voted overwhelmingly for independence, election officials have
confirmed.
—BBC News, February 7, 2011
the designation of an official language
the application of judicial principles
the use of peaceful political processes
the use of military force
Which of the following was the primary objective of the Open Door Policy established by the US government in
the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries?
To encourage Chinese emigration to other parts of Asia
To prevent European powers from dividing up China
To introduce China to democratic principles
To assist in China's industrial development
