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1.1-1.3 Review

Total questions: 215

Worksheet time: 2hrs 48mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

----- was the chief minister of Germany

a)

Bismarck

b)

Garibaldi

c)

Mazzini

d)

Victory Immanuel

2.

----- was the chief minister of Germany

a)

Bismarck

b)

Garibaldi

c)

Mazzini

d)

Victory Immanuel

3.

The Prussian king ______ was announced as the German Emperor.

a)

Kaiser William I

b)

Kaiser William II

c)

Victor Immanuel

4.

This nation took the lead in the unification of Germany:

a)

Austria

b)

Prussia

c)

Bavaria

d)

France

5.

This is the name of the last war that Germany engages in before their unification:

a)

Franco-Prussian War

b)

Austro-Prussian War

c)

World War I

d)

Korean Conflict

6.

This is the year that Germany is fully unified

a)

1870

b)

1914

c)

1939

d)

1860

7.

This is the title of the leader of Germany:

a)

Chancellor

b)

King

c)

Kaiser

d)

Prime Minister

8.
 Germany and Italy were made up of many what before 1850?
a)
Unified Countries
b)
Territories
c)
Organizations
d)
None of These
9.
The death of Franz Ferdinand Started WWI. Where was he from?
a)
Minnesota
b)
Germany
c)
Austria-Hungary
d)
Russia
10.
Who was not a member of the Allies?
a)
Russia
b)
Great Britain
c)
Germany
d)
USA
11.
This quotation supports the idea of
a)
Mercantilism
b)
Nationalism
c)
Imperialism
d)
Totalitarianism
12.

5 great countries involved in a rivalry before the first world war 1 begun. Choose one country below that was not a part of the great 5.

a)

Britain

b)

Italy

c)

Germany

d)

Austria-Hungary

13.

Which of these countries caught in a navy development rivalry?

a)

Russia & France

b)

France & Britain

c)

Britain & German

d)

German & Austria-Hungary

14.

In 1882 the first dual alliance had developed into the triple alliance. Mention the countries involved in the triple alliance.

a)

Germany, Italy and Russia

b)

Germany, Italy and France

c)

Germany, Italy and Serbia

d)

Germany, Italy and Austia-Hungary

15.

When was the entente Cordiale firstly established?

a)

1904

b)

1882

c)

1907

d)

1905

16.

In 1905-1906, Germany was forced to back down from the disputation he had with France over Morocco. Where did Germany had to surrendered?

a)

In the Agadir conference

b)

In the peace conference

c)

In Algeciras conference

d)

in the Versailles conference

17.

During the 1911, France had his influence over Morocco. There was a rebellion front surfacing in one of the city in Morocco that forced France to send troops over the city which later arose Germany's suspicion. What is the name of the city where the rebels fought the France troops?

a)

Agadir

b)

Fez

c)

Tangier

d)

Rabat

18.

The name of the warship sent by Germany to Morocco due to the conflict with France

a)

SMS Nassau

b)

The panther

c)

U-boat 20

d)

HMS Iron Duke

19.

The Triple Entente was made up of France, Serbia and the UK

a)

True

b)

False

20.

The Triple Alliance was Austria-Hungary / Germany / Italy

a)

True

b)

False

21.

The British had the strongest Navy

a)

True

b)

False

22.

The French plan was to take back Alsace-Lorraine

a)

True

b)

False

23.

The main areas where countries took colonies were in Asia and Africa

a)

True

b)

False

24.

There was a crisis over the country of Algeria

a)

True

b)

False

25.

The second Morocco crisis was a disaster for Germany resulting in them gaining worthless land in the Congo and the French and British alliance becoming stronger.

a)

True

b)

False

26.

The Balkans was a strategically important area with a strait in Constantinople giving access to the Atlantic from the Black sea

a)

True

b)

False

27.

Serbia believed Bosnia was rightly theirs

a)

True

b)

False

28.

The first Balkans War resulted in Austria Hungary taking Bosnia

a)

True

b)

False

29.

The Archduke Franz Ferdinand's assassination was the trigger that caused the war but not the most important cause

a)

True

b)

False

30.
What is a union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries?
a)
imperialism
b)
nationalism
c)
militarism
d)
alliances
31.
The  Kaiser believed Germany should have a strong army and navy. This is known as:
a)
conscription
b)
Militarism
c)
pacifism
d)
communism
32.
The expansion of Germany's navy led to conflict with which other country?
a)
Britain
b)
France
c)
Russia
d)
America
33.

In 1905 the Kaiser visited Morocco and made a speech. What did he say in his speech?

a)

He wanted Morocco and Germany to be trading partners.

b)

He supported France in taking over Morocco.

c)

He wanted to take over Morocco.

d)

He supported Moroccan independence

34.

In 1906 an international conference was held to discuss the issues in Morocco. In which place was it held?

a)

Algeciras

b)

Algeria

c)

Abu Dhabi

d)

Agadir

35.

In 1907, following the first Moroccan Crisis three European countries formed an alliance. Which three countries?

a)

Italy, Germany and Austria-Hungary

b)

Britain, France and Italy

c)

Britain, France and Russia

d)

Austria-Hungary, Serbia and Turkey

36.

How did the Kaiser view the Triple Entente?

a)

A circle of friendship

b)

With his eyes! boom boom!

c)

An excuse to start a war

d)

A threatening, hostile policy of encirclement

37.

What happened in 1911?

a)

The Kaiser tried to take over Morocco

b)

The French tried to take over Morocco

c)

The British made an alliance with Russia

d)

Germany made an alliance with Italy

38.

When the French tried to take over Morocco in 1911 the Germans responded by sending a gunboat to Agadir. What was the name of the gunboat?

a)

The Jaguar

b)

The Puma

c)

The Panther

d)

Dave

39.

When the Germans sent The Panther to Agadir why were the British concerned?

a)

They had a naval base at Agadir

b)

The were worried about the Moroccan people

c)

The didn't want German ships in the Mediterranean

d)

The Panther was better than their ships

40.

In 1911 their was a conference to discuss Morocco. What was decided?

a)

Germany would be given Morocco and France would be given land in Central Africa.

b)

France would be given Morocco and Germany would be given land in Central Africa.

c)

Morocco would be independent and France and Germany would have land in Central Africa.

d)

Britain would control everywhere because they had the biggest navy.

41.

Times of intense difficulty, trouble, and danger are called

a)

alliances

b)

good times

c)

crises

d)

bad dreams

42.

This nation first declared war on Serbia, sparking a domino effect of countries declaring war.

a)

England

b)

France

c)

Germany

d)

Austria-Hungary

43.

Which of the following nations were NOT allies prior to World War I?

a)

Japan and Britain

b)

Russia and Serbia

c)

France and Germany

d)

Germany and Austria-Hungary

44.

Which of the following is an accurate statement about the Moroccan Crisis?

a)

Morocco was overtaken by Germany during the Crisis.

b)

Morocco wanted their independence from Germany.

c)

Morocco wanted their independence from France.

d)

France and Germany split Morocco in half.

45.

What was the result of the Bosnian Crisis?

a)

World War I started.

b)

The tension between Serbia and Austria-Hungary increased.

c)

Germany and Austria-Hungary fought.

d)

Bosnia became part of Turkey.

46.

Why did the assassination of Fran Ferdinand spark World War I?

a)

All of the countries were angry that a world leader was killed.

b)

All of the countries began defending their allies once Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia.

c)

Germany was trying to take over the world.

d)

The European nations were angry that African nations were trying to get their independence.

47.

What was a direct result of the Opium War in 19th-century China?

a)

Japan got control of Hong Kong

b)

Chinese ports were opened for trade with European powers.

48.
China was divided into___________________________ by foreign powers 
a)
Colonies 
b)
Protectorates 
c)
Spheres of Influence
d)
Empires
49.

China and Britain fought a war over:

a)

the Korean peninsula

b)

conquests along the Nile River

c)

opium production and distribution

d)

the elimination of the samurai

50.

To say that foreign countries seized “spheres of influence” in China means that they...

a)

had secret agreements with the Chinese government.

b)

created a new territorial government to prevent the U.S. from entering the trade market.

c)

gained control of trade and resources in specific areas of China.

d)

established a circular discussion forum.

51.

Which company took over other European states colonies in India?

a)

British East India Company

b)

British West India Company

c)

Dutch East India Company

d)

French East India Company

52.

Which of the following is true about the Boxer Rebellion?

a)

The rebellion took place in Japan.

b)

The Boxers were trying to keep Christianity in China.

c)

The Boxers were unhappy with foreign influence in China.

d)

The Boxers were able to drive out the foreigners from China.

53.
This country in Asia was known as Britain's "crown jewel".
a)
China
b)
India
c)
Manchuria
d)
Korea
54.
The Boxer Rebellion was an attempt to remove westerners from India
a)
True
b)
False
55.

The Opium War was caused by Britain continuing to sell opium to China.

a)

True

b)

False

56.
What was a direct result of the Opium War in 19th-century China?
a)
Jiang Jieshi (Chiang Kai-shek) fled to Taiwan.
b)
Chinese ports were opened for trade with European powers. 
c)
Kublai Khan rose to power in China. 
d)
Japan gained control of Hong Kong.
57.

Which of the following factors contributed to the Boxer Rebellion?

a)

poor treatment of foreigners by Chinese leaders

b)

the breaking of the alliances between Russia and China

c)

Chinese nationalists' anger at foreign involvement in the country

d)

American socialism and its effects on China

58.

What was the purpose of the Open Door Policy in China?

a)

End the Boxer Rebellion

b)

Ensure trading rights with China

c)

Win leaseholds in China

d)

Establish a sphere of influence

59.
What was the result of the Boxer Rebellion?
a)
an alliance of imperialist nations suppressed the rebels
b)
imperialist nations were forced to withdraw from China
c)
imperialist nations fought each other over control of China
d)
China became a territory of the United States
60.

To say that foreign countries seized “spheres of influence” in China means that they...

a)

had secret agreements with the Chinese government.

b)

created a new territorial government to prevent the U.S. from entering the trade market.

c)

gained control of trade and resources in specific areas of China.

d)

established a circular discussion forum.

61.
What was the name of "unequal treaty" signed by the British and Chinese in 1842?
a)
Treaty of Nanking
b)
Treaty of Hong Kong
c)
The Free Trade Treaty
d)
The New Port Authority Treaty
62.
What term describes America's desire to trade with China but NOT to form colonies there?
a)
Boxer Rebellion
b)
Open Door Policy
c)
A Square Deal
d)
Big Stick Diplomacy
63.
What event in world history is illustrated by this political cartoon?
a)
the Sepoy Rebellion
b)
the Opium War
c)
the French Revolution
d)
the Enlightenment
64.
How the loss of the Opium War impact China?
a)
It allowed foreign countries to imperialize China
b)
It caused Chinese peasants to rebel against their govt.
c)
China modernized and became an imperialist power
d)
China returned to isolationism from trade with the West
65.
Imperialism is __________.
a)
when a powerful nation uses its resources to help a weaker nation
b)
when a weaker nation invites a powerful nation to help it industrialize
c)
when a powerful nation takes control of the economy and government of a weaker nation
d)
when weak nations join together to fight a strong nation
66.
How did industrialism lead to imperialism?
a)
Industrialized nations wanted new technology
b)
Industrialized nations wanted natural resources and markets
c)
Industrialized nations wanted a cheap source of labor
d)
Industrialized nations wanted to spread their culture
67.

NAME the entity that represented Great Britain in China.

a)

The British East India Trading Company

b)

The European Tea Corporation

c)

The Chinese-European Organization

d)

The British-Chinese Conglomerate

68.

DESCRIBE the Boxers.

a)

Pro-China Chinese revolutionaries.

b)

Pro-China European revolutionaries.

c)

Pro-Europe Chinese revolutionaries.

d)

Pro-Europe European revolutionaries.

69.

TRUE or FALSE: China was a weak, incapable nation before trading with Britain.

a)

True

b)

False

70.

DESCRIBE the beliefs of the Boxers.

a)

"God save the Queen."

b)

The Chinese Emperor must be removed."

c)

"Trade with Europe should be encouraged."

d)

"Death to all foreign invaders."

71.

After Europe entered China, China as an independent superpower became...

a)

Stronger

b)

Weaker

c)

Unchanged

72.

Before imperialism, how did China feel about trade with foreign powers?

a)

Enthusiastic

b)

Not interested

c)

Indifferent

73.

Which of the following concerning the relationship between the 6 great powers in late 19th century to early 20th century is correct?

a)

France allied with Germany in exchange for the right to exercise ruling power over Alsace and Lorraine

b)

Russia and Austria-Hungary and Germany were competing for the market in Balkans

c)

Germany relied on Italy to maintain strong

d)

Britain and Germany was competing for Alsace and Lorraine in the early 20th century

74.

France had been involved in Morocco since 1871. Why?

a)

French loved the sensory

b)

Morocco was highly industrialised area

c)

Morocco held rich mineral (礦物) which France would like to trade for

d)

French government was friendly to Sultan Aziz

75.

How did Germany react to France acquiring Morocco ?

a)

Accepted this peacefully

b)

Showed interest towards economic rights in Morocco

76.

The Ottoman Empire was centered out of

a)

Greece

b)

Egypt

c)

Turkey

d)

Russia

77.

European competition in South Africa between the British and the Dutch resulted in

a)

the Crimean War.

b)

the Boxer Rebellion.

c)

the Opium War.

d)

the Boer War.

78.

The vision and creation of a railway from the Cape to Cairo added more competitive tension among European nations. The idea for this railway belonged to

a)

Cecil Rhodes

b)

Kaiser Wilhelm II

c)

Queen Victoria

d)

the British East India Company

79.

When the Ottoman Empire lost control over Egypt, Britain was eager to gain control over this country, mainly because of the

a)

results of the Boer War.

b)

Suez Canal.

c)

efforts to stop Russian expansion.

d)

results of the Opium War.

80.

What was a long term result of the Fashoda Crisis?

a)

The Suez Canal was built in Egypt.

b)

Morocco was declared independent from the French.

c)

A railway was constructed to connect South Africa to Egypt.

d)

A French and British alliance was formed.

81.

Which 2 countries formed the Entente Cordiale?

a)

Germany

b)

Austry-Hungary

c)

France

d)

Britain

82.

Which countries were the members of the Triple Entente?

a)

Britain, France, Russia

b)

Britain, U.S., France

c)

Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy

d)

Germany, Russia, Austria-Hungary

83.

Anti-Austrian sentiment in Serbia was partly a result of

a)

Austria's persecution of Christian minorities

b)

Serbia's alliance with the Ottoman Empire

c)

The 1st Balkan War

d)

Austria's annexation of Bosnia-Herzegovina

84.

Define "imperialism."

a)

the policy of extending the rule or authority of an empire or nation over foreign countries, or of acquiring and holding colonies.

b)

loyalty and devotion to a nation

c)

the power to do as one pleases

d)

an area of land under the jurisdiction (rule) of a ruler or state.

85.

What did Germany look like before unification?

a)

It was a loose collection of various German-speaking states, kingdoms and principalities.

b)

It looks exactly like it does today.

c)

The Kingdom of Baden-Württemberg was the biggest military power.

d)

It shared land with Finland.

86.

What year did Germany unify?

a)

1806

b)

1871

c)

1990

d)

2019

87.

What does Kulturkampf mean?

a)

Conflict between government and church

b)

Conflict between the people and government

c)

Conflict with another nation

d)

None of the above

88.

What country was the economic leader in the 1800's?

a)

Great Britain

b)

Germany

c)

United States

d)

Japan

89.

Britain took over Egypt to ensure access to this canal

a)

Suez

b)

Panama

c)

Philipine

d)

Spanish

90.
What happened as a result of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885? 
a)
France and Britain agreed to govern their African colonies jointly. 
b)
There was less fighting between African leaders and European powers. 
c)
African leaders voiced their suggestions for better relations with European powers. 
d)
Europeans divided Africa into colonies without consulting African leaders. 
91.

Which two African countries were the only to remain independent throughout the era of Imperialism?

a)

Angola & Egypt

b)

Cape Colony & Rhodesia

c)

Nigeria & German Southwest Africa

d)

Liberia & Ethiopia

92.

Who controlled the Congo Free State?

a)

Queen Victoria

b)

The Qing Dynasty

c)

Benito Mussolini

d)

King Leopold II

93.

What was the motive for Belgium and King Leopold to take over the Congo?

a)

Rubber

b)

Oil

c)

Cotton

d)

Iron

94.
Which European nation colonized India?  
a)
France
b)
Russia
c)
England 
d)
United States
95.

What was the result of the Bosnian Crisis?

a)

World War I started.

b)

The tension between Serbia and Austria-Hungary increased.

c)

Germany and Austria-Hungary fought.

d)

Bosnia became part of Turkey.

96.

In 1911 their was a conference to discuss Morocco. What was decided?

a)

Germany would be given Morocco and France would be given land in Central Africa.

b)

France would be given Morocco and Germany would be given land in Central Africa.

c)

Morocco would be independent and France and Germany would have land in Central Africa.

d)

Britain would control everywhere because they had the biggest navy.

97.

In 1907, following the first Moroccan Crisis three European countries formed an alliance. Which three countries?

a)

Italy, Germany and Austria-Hungary

b)

Britain, France and Italy

c)

Britain, France and Russia

d)

Austria-Hungary, Serbia and Turkey

98.

In 1906 an international conference was held to discuss the issues in Morocco. In which place was it held?

a)

Algeciras

b)

Algeria

c)

Abu Dhabi

d)

Agadir

99.
The expansion of Germany's navy led to conflict with which other country?
a)
Britain
b)
France
c)
Russia
d)
America
100.
What is a union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries?
a)
imperialism
b)
nationalism
c)
militarism
d)
alliances
101.

The first Balkans War resulted in Austria Hungary taking Bosnia

a)

True

b)

False

102.

Serbia believed Bosnia was rightly theirs

a)

True

b)

False

103.

The second Morocco crisis was a "tie" for Germany resulting in them gaining worthless land in the Congo and the French and British alliance becoming stronger.

a)

True

b)

False

104.

In 1905-1906, Germany was forced to back down from the disputation he had with France over Morocco. Where did Germany had to surrendered?

a)

In the Agadir conference

b)

In the peace conference

c)

In Algeciras conference

d)

in the Versailles conference

105.

When was the entente Cordiale firstly established?

a)

1904

b)

1882

c)

1907

d)

1905

106.

In 1882 the first dual alliance had developed into the triple alliance. Mention the countries involved in the triple alliance.

a)

Germany, Italy and Russia

b)

Germany, Italy and France

c)

Germany, Italy and Serbia

d)

Germany, Italy and Austia-Hungary

107.

The only nation to successfully resist European dominance and remain independence.

a)

Ethiopia

b)

China

c)

Japan

d)

Egypt

108.

An international incident and the climax of imperialist territorial disputes between Britain and France in East Africa, occurring in 1898. It brought them on the brink of war, but resulted in a diplomatic victory for Britain when France agreed to withdraw.

a)

The Fashoda Incident

b)

The Great Rebellion/Sepoy Mutiny

c)

The Meiji Restoration

d)

The South African War/Boer War

109.

What was the main reason for the scramble for Africa by European powers in the late 19th century?

a)

Spread of Christianity

b)

Acquisition of slaves

c)

Acquisition of natural resources and new markets

d)

Establishment of military bases

110.

Another way to say that the animal or plant that survives because of Natural Selection is:

a)

Herbert Spenser

b)

Nature

c)

Survival of the Fittest

111.

People who believed in Social Darwinism thought European Cultures were more evolved and Civilized. They also believed African cultures were

a)

Lower and not civilized

b)

Higher and Civilized

c)

Interesting and worth studying

112.

Two Social reasons for Imperialism and the Race for Africa were:

a)

The White Man's Burden and Communism

b)

Social Darwinism and the White Man's Burden

c)

Social Darwinism and Communism

113.

What motivated Europeans to colonize places like Africa?

a)

the interesting cultures in Africa

b)

the natural resources of Africa

c)

the diverse climates of Africa

d)

the belief in the superiority of the Africans

114.

Which statement best expresses the motive for 19th-century European imperialism?

a)

Imperialism would benefit the economies of the colonial powers.

b)

European nations would benefit from the conquered nation’s culture.

c)

Living space was needed for the excess population in western Europe

d)

European leaders believed imperialism would reduce wars

115.

Which statement would Social Darwinists most likely support?

a)

learn from the people they conquer

b)

everyone should have a public education

c)

stronger groups have a right to control weaker groups

d)

everyone should have the right to vote

116.

A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.

a)

Colonialism

b)

Sphere of Influence

c)

Imperialism

d)

Militarism

117.

Rapid invasion of Africa by European powers

a)

Scramble for Africa

b)

The Gold Rush

c)

Manifest Destiny

d)

World War I

118.

Choose the following responses that answer the question below:

Why did Europeans colonize Africa?

a)

Africa's abundance in natural resources

b)

Africa had no official governments and armies so it would be easy to conquer

c)

Europe was looking for new land to get slaves from

d)

Africa had no idea how to survive so Europeans stepped in to help

119.

What term means to have a strong pride for one's country and it is essential in achieving independence?

a)

imperialism

b)

nationalism

c)

colonialism

d)

Daoism

120.

Which of the following represents an ECONOMIC motive for imperialism?

a)

A desire to bring civilization to a people

b)

A desire to gain access to new markets

c)

A desire to spread Christianity

d)

A desire to compete w/ other nations to show one's strength

121.

Which of the following represents a POLITICAL motive for imperialism?

a)

A desire to bring civilization to a people

b)

A desire to gain access to new markets

c)

A desire to spread Christianity

d)

A desire to compete w/ other nations to show one's strength

122.

Which of the following represents an IDEOLOGICAL motive for imperialism?

a)

A desire to gain raw materials

b)

A desire to protect missionaries

c)

A belief Europeans had a responsibility to help Africans

d)

A desire to gain land for military bases

123.

Which of the following represents a RELIGIOUS motive for imperialism?

a)

A desire to gain raw materials

b)

A desire to protect missionaries

c)

A belief Europeans had a responsibility to help Africans

d)

A desire to gain land for military bases

124.

Which of the following represents a POLITICAL motive for imperialism?

a)

To boost national pride

b)

To expand & control foreign trade

c)

To spread European values & moral beliefs

d)

To go on an adventure

125.

Which of the following represents an ECONOMIC motive for imperialism?

a)

The desire to make money

b)

To exercise military force

c)

To end the slave trade in Africa

d)

To conduct scientific research

126.

Which of the following represents a IDEOLOGICAL motive for imperialism?

a)

Europeans should “civilize” peoples in other parts of the world

b)

To conduct medical searches for causes & treatment of diseases

c)

To spread European values & moral beliefs

d)

Great nations should have empires

127.

Which of the following motives for imperialism is shown in the image below?

a)

Economic

b)

Political

c)

Religious

d)

Ideological

128.

Which of the following motives for imperialism is shown in the image below?

a)

Economic

b)

Political

c)

Religious

d)

Ideological

129.

Which of the following motives for imperialism is shown in the image below?

a)

Economic

b)

Political

c)

Religious

d)

Ideological

130.

Which of the following motives for imperialism is shown in the image below?

a)

Economic

b)

Political

c)

Religious

d)

Ideological

131.

Which of the following motives for imperialism is shown in the image below?

a)

Economic

b)

Political

c)

Religious

d)

Ideological

132.

Which of the following concerning the relationship between the 6 great powers in late 19th century to early 20th century is correct?

a)

France allied with Germany in exchange for the right to exercise ruling power over Alsace and Lorraine

b)

Russia and Austria-Hungary and Germany were competing for the market in Balkans

c)

Germany relied on Italy to maintain strong

d)

Britain and Germany was competing for Alsace and Lorraine in the early 20th century

133.

France had been involved in Morocco since 1871. Why?

a)

French loved the sensory

b)

Morocco was highly industrialised area

c)

Morocco held rich mineral (礦物) which France would like to trade for

d)

French government was friendly to Sultan Aziz

134.

How did Germany react to France acquiring Morocco ?

a)

Accepted this peacefully

b)

Showed interest towards economic rights in Morocco

135.

What is represented by the stone?

a)

France

b)

Entente Cordiale

c)

Britain

d)

Morocco

136.

The Ottoman Empire was centered out of

a)

Greece

b)

Egypt

c)

Turkey

d)

Russia

137.

European competition in South Africa between the British and the Dutch resulted in

a)

the Crimean War.

b)

the Boxer Rebellion.

c)

the Opium War.

d)

the Boer War.

138.

The vision and creation of a railway from the Cape to Cairo added more competitive tension among European nations. The idea for this railway belonged to

a)

Cecil Rhodes

b)

Kaiser Wilhelm II

c)

Queen Victoria

d)

the British East India Company

139.

When the Ottoman Empire lost control over Egypt, Britain was eager to gain control over this country, mainly because of the

a)

results of the Boer War.

b)

Suez Canal.

c)

efforts to stop Russian expansion.

d)

results of the Opium War.

140.

What was a long term result of the Fashoda Crisis?

a)

The Suez Canal was built in Egypt.

b)

Morocco was declared independent from the French.

c)

A railway was constructed to connect South Africa to Egypt.

d)

A French and British alliance was formed.

141.

Which of the following events documents Germany instigating more tension in competition between European nations for colonies?

a)

Boer War

b)

Moroccan Crises

c)

Crimean War

d)

Taiping Rebellion

142.

Which country was also interested in Morocco? OR in other words, which country did not want France to get control over Morocco?

a)

Germany

b)

Italy

c)

Ottoman Empire

d)

United States

143.

Do you think Kaiser Wilhelm was willing to visit Morocco from the very first beginning?

a)

Yes

b)

No

144.

Which 2 countries formed the Entente Cordiale?

a)

Germany

b)

Austry-Hungary

c)

France

d)

Britain

145.

What was the significance of the First Moroccan Crisis?

a)

France and Britain grew closer while Germany became more isolated

b)

Germany succeeded in taking Morocco from the French

c)

It was the spark that ignited WWI

d)

It solidified France's position in the Triple Alliance

146.

Which countries were the members of the Triple Entente?

a)

Britain, France, Russia

b)

Britain, U.S., France

c)

Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy

d)

Germany, Russia, Austria-Hungary

147.

Anti-Austrian sentiment in Serbia was partly a result of

a)

Austria's persecution of Christian minorities

b)

Serbia's alliance with the Ottoman Empire

c)

The 1st Balkan War

d)

Austria's annexation of Bosnia-Herzegovina

148.

Which of these was NOT a reason European powers colonized Africa and Asia?

a)

They wanted to acquire power and prestige

b)

They wanted to gain access to natural resources such as gold, rubber, timber, and metals

c)

They had a mission to civilize "inferior races"

d)

They wanted to protect weaker nations from other foreign influences

149.

Define "imperialism."

a)

the policy of extending the rule or authority of an empire or nation over foreign countries, or of acquiring and holding colonies.

b)

loyalty and devotion to a nation

c)

the power to do as one pleases

d)

an area of land under the jurisdiction (rule) of a ruler or state.

150.

What did Germany look like before unification?

a)

It was a loose collection of various German-speaking states, kingdoms and principalities.

b)

It looks exactly like it does today.

c)

The Kingdom of Baden-Württemberg was the biggest military power.

d)

It shared land with Finland.

151.

What was the Franco-Prussian War?

a)

War between Bavaria and Prussia

b)

War between Prussia and France

c)

War between America and Germany

d)

War between Prussia and the Austro-Hungarian Empire

152.

What year did Germany unify?

a)

1806

b)

1871

c)

1990

d)

2019

153.

What does Kulturkampf mean?

a)

Conflict between government and church

b)

Conflict between the people and government

c)

Conflict with another nation

d)

None of the above

154.

What country was the economic leader in the 1800's?

a)

Great Britain

b)

Germany

c)

United States

d)

Japan

155.

Who was one of the most famous authors of the day that saw Imperialism as a mission to "Civilize Non-Europeans?"

a)

John Green

b)

Henry Stanley

c)

David Livingstone

d)

Rudyard Kipling

156.

How many countries were present at the Berlin Conference?

a)

10

b)

14

c)

50

d)

39

157.

Britain took over Egypt to ensure access to this canal

a)

Suez

b)

Panama

c)

Philipine

d)

Spanish

158.
What happened as a result of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885? 
a)
France and Britain agreed to govern their African colonies jointly. 
b)
There was less fighting between African leaders and European powers. 
c)
African leaders voiced their suggestions for better relations with European powers. 
d)
Europeans divided Africa into colonies without consulting African leaders. 
159.
The poem, The White Man's Burden, by Rudyard Kipling, represents the belief that European culture was _______.
a)
superior to other cultures
b)
misunderstood by Americans
c)
the oldest culture in the world
d)
a replica of Ancient Greek culture
160.

Which two African countries were the only to remain independent throughout the era of Imperialism?

a)

Angola & Egypt

b)

Cape Colony & Rhodesia

c)

Nigeria & German Southwest Africa

d)

Liberia & Ethiopia

161.

Who controlled the Congo Free State?

a)

Queen Victoria

b)

The Qing Dynasty

c)

Benito Mussolini

d)

King Leopold II

162.

What was the motive for Belgium and King Leopold to take over the Congo?

a)

Rubber

b)

Oil

c)

Cotton

d)

Iron

163.
Which European nation colonized India?  
a)
France
b)
Russia
c)
England 
d)
United States
164.

An international incident and the climax of imperialist territorial disputes between Britain and France in East Africa, occurring in 1898. It brought them on the brink of war, but resulted in a diplomatic victory for Britain when France agreed to withdraw.

a)

The Fashoda Incident

b)

The Great Rebellion/Sepoy Mutiny

c)

The Meiji Restoration

d)

The South African War/Boer War

165.

The only nation to successfully resist European dominance and remain independence.

a)

Ethiopia

b)

China

c)

Japan

d)

Egypt

166.

Which of these countries caught in a navy development rivalry?

a)

Russia & France

b)

France & Britain

c)

Britain & German

d)

German & Austria-Hungary

167.

In 1882 the first dual alliance had developed into the triple alliance. Mention the countries involved in the triple alliance.

a)

Germany, Italy and Russia

b)

Germany, Italy and France

c)

Germany, Italy and Serbia

d)

Germany, Italy and Austia-Hungary

168.

When was the entente Cordiale firstly established?

a)

1904

b)

1882

c)

1907

d)

1905

169.

In 1905-1906, Germany was forced to back down from the disputation he had with France over Morocco. Where did Germany had to surrendered?

a)

In the Agadir conference

b)

In the peace conference

c)

In Algeciras conference

d)

in the Versailles conference

170.

During the 1911, France had his influence over Morocco. There was a rebellion front surfacing in one of the city in Morocco that forced France to send troops over the city which later arose Germany's suspicion. What is the name of the city where the rebels fought the France troops?

a)

Agadir

b)

Fez

c)

Tangier

d)

Rabat

171.

The name of the warship sent by Germany to Morocco due to the conflict with France

a)

SMS Nassau

b)

The panther

c)

U-boat 20

d)

HMS Iron Duke

172.

The second Morocco crisis was a "tie" for Germany resulting in them gaining worthless land in the Congo and the French and British alliance becoming stronger.

a)

True

b)

False

173.

Serbia believed Bosnia was rightly theirs

a)

True

b)

False

174.

The first Balkans War resulted in Austria Hungary taking Bosnia

a)

True

b)

False

175.
What is a union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries?
a)
imperialism
b)
nationalism
c)
militarism
d)
alliances
176.
The expansion of Germany's navy led to conflict with which other country?
a)
Britain
b)
France
c)
Russia
d)
America
177.

In 1905 the Kaiser visited Morocco and made a speech. What did he say in his speech?

a)

He wanted Morocco and Germany to be trading partners.

b)

He supported France in taking over Morocco.

c)

He wanted to take over Morocco.

d)

He supported Moroccan independence

178.

In 1906 an international conference was held to discuss the issues in Morocco. In which place was it held?

a)

Algeciras

b)

Algeria

c)

Abu Dhabi

d)

Agadir

179.

In 1907, following the first Moroccan Crisis three European countries formed an alliance. Which three countries?

a)

Italy, Germany and Austria-Hungary

b)

Britain, France and Italy

c)

Britain, France and Russia

d)

Austria-Hungary, Serbia and Turkey

180.

When the Germans sent The Panther to Agadir why were the British concerned?

a)

They had a naval base at Agadir

b)

The were worried about the Moroccan people

c)

The didn't want German ships in the Mediterranean

d)

The Panther was better than their ships

181.

In 1911 their was a conference to discuss Morocco. What was decided?

a)

Germany would be given Morocco and France would be given land in Central Africa.

b)

France would be given Morocco and Germany would be given land in Central Africa.

c)

Morocco would be independent and France and Germany would have land in Central Africa.

d)

Britain would control everywhere because they had the biggest navy.

182.

Which of the following is an accurate statement about the Moroccan Crisis?

a)

Morocco was overtaken by Germany during the Crisis.

b)

Morocco wanted their independence from Germany.

c)

Morocco wanted their independence from France.

d)

France and Germany split Morocco in half.

183.

What was the result of the Bosnian Crisis?

a)

World War I started.

b)

The tension between Serbia and Austria-Hungary increased.

c)

Germany and Austria-Hungary fought.

d)

Bosnia became part of Turkey.

184.

Where is Japan located?

a)

17

b)

26

c)

28

d)

25

185.

Commodore Matthew Perry’s visits to Japan in 1853 and 1854 resulted in the

a)

colonization of Japan by the United States

b)

transfer of spheres of influence to China

c)

introduction of Christianity to Japanese society

d)

opening of trade and diplomatic relations with Japan

186.

One effect of industrialization on Meiji Japan was that it

a)

strengthened the power of the Shogunate

b)

decreased the level of pollution

c)

modernized transportation

d)

increased the number of small farms

187.

Japan’s increased foreign trade during the Meiji Restoration was closely related to its

a)

need to maintain a traditional society

b)

desire for a modern industrialized society

c)

colonization by Western nations

d)

encouragement of foreign investment

188.

One reason for Japan’s rapid industrialization during the Meiji Restoration was that Japan had

a)

rejected Western ideas

b)

used its access to the sea for fishing

c)

relied on traditional isolationist policies

d)

reformed its political and economic systems

189.

Emperor Meiji promoted what in Japan?

a)

isolation and nationalism

b)

capitalism and democracy

c)

revolution and absolutism

d)

reform and modernization

190.

What was one impact of industrialization on Japan during the Meiji Restoration?

a)

Japan became more isolated from world affairs

b)

Demand for natural resources increased

c)

Japan became a colonial possession of China

d)

Traditional practices of Bushido were reintroduced

191.

The Meiji Restoration in Japan was prompted in part by

a)

a fear that Japan would be colonized by western nations

b)

the failure of Japanese expansion

c)

the Shogun’s conversion to Christianity

d)

a desire to stay isolated

192.

Which European country did Japan defeat in war in the early years of the 20th century?

a)

Germany

b)

Britain

c)

France

d)

Russia

193.
The modernization of Japan during the Meiji Restoration resulted in:
a)
a return to a feudal system of government
b)
an alliance between China, Korea, Russia, and Japan
c)
the rise of Japan as an imperialistic nation
d)
a strengthening of Japan's isolationist policies
194.

Who fought in the Sino-Japanese War?

a)

China and Japan

b)

Russia and Japan

c)

Britain and Japan

d)

United States and Japan

195.
What did Russia and Japan fight over?
a)
Korea
b)
China
c)
Vietnam
d)
Germany
196.

The print by Yoshitoshi Taiso illustrates which of the following events?

a)

the Sepoy Mutiny

b)

the Sino-Japanese War

c)

the Berlin Conference

d)

Commodore Perry’s mission to Japan

197.

“The United States of America reaches from ocean to ocean, and our territory of Oregon and state of California lie directly opposite to the dominions of your Imperial Majesty. Our steam-ships can go from California to Japan in eighteen days. Our great state of California produces about sixty millions of dollars in gold, every year, besides quick silver, precious stones, and many other valuable articles.

“Japan is also a rich and fertile country, and produces many very valuable articles. . . . I am desirous that our two countries should trade with each other, for the benefit both of Japan and the United States.”

—a letter from U.S. President Millard Fillmore to the Emperor of Japan, 1853


According to the passage, what is President Fillmore seeking?

a)

isolation from Japan

b)

trade with Japan

c)

gold from Japan

d)

imperial control of Japan

198.

• Sino-Japanese War 1894–1895

• Russo-Japanese War 1904–1905

• Annexation of Korea 1910


These events in the history of Japan reflect its

a)

resistance to trade

b)

vulnerability to attack by neighbors

c)

emergence as an imperialistic country

d)

abundance of natural resources

199.
The United States was interested in Japan for their _____  ____________.
a)
raw materials
b)
physical features
c)
trade posts
d)
naval bases
200.
The Treaty of Kanagawa opened up ______ to the rest of the world from Japan. 
a)
Mt. Fuji
b)
ocean ports
c)
grocery stores
d)
trading rights
201.
True / False
The Meiji Era in Japan wanted to eliminate the feudal system.
a)
True
b)
False
202.
The Three Best Friends anyone could have were the countries of Japan, Italy, and _____. 
a)
Germany
b)
Russia
c)
North Korea
d)
China
203.
Imperial Japan ended with the end of what war?
a)
World War I
b)
the Korean War
c)
The Sino Japanese War
d)
World War II
204.
Who did Japan decide to copy and model their government after during the Meiji Restoration?
a)
Cuba and Canada
b)
Asia and Guam
c)
Europe and the USA
d)
Australia and Indonesia
205.
1899 rebellion in Beijing, China started by a secret society of Chinese who opposed the "foreign devils". The rebellion was ended by British troops
a)
Chinese Jay Rebellion
b)
Open Door Rebellion
c)
Chinese Boxer Rebellion
d)
Kaingzu Rebellion
206.

Places that were conquered by Japan

a)

Britain/ England

b)

Manchuria, Taiwan, Korea

c)

France

d)

US & Europe

207.

Japan had a lack of?

a)

People

b)

Natural Resources

c)

Citizens

d)

Farming

208.

Japan abandon its isolationism in ...

a)

1905

b)

1854

c)

1894

d)

1910

209.

Japan copied its navy from ...

a)

Germans

b)

French

c)

British

d)

Russians

210.

Japan became a respectful country when it won ...

a)

China

b)

Britain

c)

Russia

d)

Korea

211.
What did China and Japan fight over?
a)
India
b)
Britain
c)
Vietnam
d)
Korea
212.
Japan and Russia fought over trading rights in what country?
a)
Korea
b)
Japan
c)
Russia
d)
South Africa
213.
Who defeated Russia's navy in a surprise attack in Port Arthur?
a)
Korea
b)
Japan
c)
China
d)
US
214.
A primary reason for Japan's involvement in the Sino-Japanese War and the Russo-Japanese War was to
a)
control trade and markets in Southeast Asia
b)
end Japan's policy of isolationism
c)
acquire natural resources in Manchuria and Korea
d)
remove foreign invaders from Japanese soil
215.

Why did Japan invade Manchuria?

a)

Manchuria had angered Japan

b)

Manchuria had coal, ports and industry that Japan lacked

c)

Manchuria had oil which Japan wanted

d)

Manchuria and Japan were historical rivals