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Global Studies II 100 Concepts & Final Exam Preparation
The Interwar Period & World War II – The Cold War & Present Day
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THE 100 CONCEPTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100
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Number 1: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
In the 1920’s and 1930’s, the rise of totalitarian governments in Germany, Italy, and Spain was largely the result of the success of the Communists in establishing a command economy in the Soviet Union severe economic and social problems that arose in Europe after World War I the active support of the United States movements demanding the return of the old monarchies ANSWER: 2.
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Number 2: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
The harsh conditions imposed by the Treaty of Versailles after World War I helped lay the foundation for the rise of fascism Germany uprisings during the French Revolution division of Korea along the 38th parallel Bolshevik Revolution in Russia ANSWER: 1.
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Number 3: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
Between the Meiji Restoration and World War II, Japan tried to solve the problem of its scarcity of natural resources by exporting agricultural products in exchange for new technology establishing a policy of imperialism building nuclear power plants cooperating with the Soviet Union to gain needed resources ANSWER: 2.
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Number 4: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Which idea was included in the provisions of the Treaty of Versailles to show the intent of the Allies to punish the Central Powers for their role in World War II? all nations shall maintain open covenants of peace freedom of the seas will be maintained Germany will accept full responsibility for causing the war territorial settlements shall be made along clearly recognizable lines of nationality ANSWER: 3.
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Number 5: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
Fascism in Europe during the 1920’s and 1930’s is best described as a demonstration of laissez-faire capitalism that promoted free enterprise form of totalitarianism that glorified the state above the individual type of economic system that stressed a classless society set of humanist ideas that emphasized the dignity and worth of the individual ANSWER: 2.
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Number 6: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Censorship, mass arrests, and a secret police force are most characteristic of parliamentary democracies republics totalitarian regimes constitutional monarchies ANSWER: 3.
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Number 7: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
After World War I, Japan attempted to solve some of its economic problems by establishing extensive trade with the Soviet Union expanding its influence in Asia practicing the principles of Marxism refusing to rely on Western technology ANSWER: 2.
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Number 8: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
Which policy shows that appeasement does not always prevent war? British policy toward Germany in Munich during the 1930’s French policy in Indochina in the 1950’s United States policy toward Cuba in the early 1960’s Iraqi policy toward Iran in the 1980’s ANSWER: 1.
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Number 9: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
In the 1930’s, the Japanese government followed a policy of imperialism primarily to acquire new sources of raw materials spread Zen Buddhism throughout Asia sell more consumer goods to European nations spread the ideas of bushido ANSWER: 1.
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Number 10: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
What was one reason the Nazi programs and policies of the early 1930’s appealed to many people in Germany? the people were frustrated with their current economic and political situation Germany had been denied membership in the United Nations a coup d’etat had forced communism on the German people the German people feared that the French of the British would soon gain control of the Polish corridor ANSWER: 1.
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Number 11: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
The imperialist policies followed by Japan after World War I were based on a desire to convert people to Shinto acquire markets for its oil industry compete with Chinese trade policies obtain natural resources for manufacturing ANSWER: 4.
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Number 12: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
During the mid-1930’s, which characteristic was common to Fascist Italy, Nazi Germany, and Communist Russia? government ownership of the means of production and distribution one-party system that denied basic human rights encouragement of individual freedom of expression in the arts emphasis on consumer goods rather than on weapons ANSWER: 2.
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Number 13: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
One reason the Fascist governments of Benito Mussolini and Adolf Hitler came to power in Italy and Germany was that these nations were threatened by the United States supported civil liberties for all failed to join the League of Nations faced economic and political difficulties ANSWER: 4.
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Number 14: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
Which was a characteristic of Germany under Adolf Hitler and the Soviet Union under Josef Stalin? an official foreign policy of isolationism governmental control of the media public ownership of business and industry the absence of a written constitution ANSWER: 2.
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Number 15: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
World War II is often considered to be a turning point in history because the League of nations demonstrated that an international organization could maintain world peace the war brought an end to dictatorships as a form of government European domination of the world began to weaken as nationalism in colonies increased religious and ethnic differences were no longer a source of conflict between nations ANSWER: 3.
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Number 16: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
“From as early as I can remember, the Emperor was an important presence even in our remote home. He was a descendant of the gods from thousands of years before, never to be looked at or listened to by mere mortals, a presence to be revered and protected and obeyed…Finally…, my family and neighbors gathered around the radio and listened in stunned silence to the voice that had never before been heard, saying he was only human after all. Everyone was crying. I was sad and confused…” Which event caused the Emperor to announce that he was “only human after all”? his overthrow by communist forces defeat of the Japanese in World War II signing of the Versailles Treaty conclusion of the Russo-Japanese War ANSWER: 2.
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Number 17: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Which reform took place in Japan after World War II? Japan’s industrial capability was greatly reduced the Emperor’s position was abolished Japan became a representative democracy labor unions were declared illegal ANSWER: 3.
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Number 18: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
A major factor in the economic recoveries of Japan and West Germany after World War II was their desire to avoid an invasion from China acceptance into the United Nations ability to produce nuclear weapons need to replace destroyed factories ANSWER: 4.
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Number 19: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
Which factor most enabled Japan to rebuild and modernize rapidly after World War II? vast mineral reserves large amounts of fertile land a strong military a well-trained workforce ANSWER: 4.
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Number 20: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
Which is one major reason the Holocaust is considered a unique event in modern European history? Jews of Europe have seldom been victims of persecution. Civilians rarely were killed during air raids on Great Britain. Adolf Hitler concealed his anti-Jewish feelings until after he came to power. The genocide was planned in great detail and required the cooperation of many people. ANSWER: 4.
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Number 21: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
The economic policies of the Soviet Union traditionally emphasized the production of automobiles for export building materials for luxury housing consumer goods heavy industrial goods ANSWER: 4.
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Number 22: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Which is generally a characteristic of a communist economy? investment is encouraged by the promise of large profits the role of government in the economy is restricted by law government agencies are involved in production planning entrepreneurs sell shares in their companies to the government ANSWER: 3.
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Number 23: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
One reason the Soviet Union formed the Warsaw Pact was to ease the transition to democracy help institute capitalism in Eastern Europe limit the threat of invasion from Western Europe challenge the economic successes of the Common Market ANSWER: 3.
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Number 24: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
Which statement best describes most Eastern European countries immediately after World War II? They… adopted democratic reforms in their political systems became satellite states of the Soviet Union became dependent on aid provided by the Marshall Plan emerged as world economic powers ANSWER: 2.
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Number 25: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Communist governments were established in most nations of Eastern Europe shortly after World War II because the region had a long tradition of strong communist parties communist governments were able to significantly increase agricultural productivity the Soviet Union used military and diplomatic pressures to install their governments members of the Communist party won free elections in these nations ANSWER: 3.
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Number 26: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
During the Cold War Era ( ), the United States and the Soviet Union were reluctant to become involved in direct military conflict mainly because of the peacekeeping role of the United Nations pressure from nonaligned nations the potential for global nuclear destruction increased tensions in the Middle East ANSWER: 3.
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Number 27: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
After World War II, the Soviet Union established satellites in Eastern Europe to support the remaining Fascist governments in Eastern Europe preserve capitalism in Eastern Europe establish democratic governments in Eastern European nations expand its power and control over Eastern Europe ANSWER: 4.
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Number 28: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
In the Soviet Union, a negative aspect of the Cold War Era was the attempt to preserve democratic ideals development of peaceful uses for modern technology development of effective means of international cooperation high cost of maintaining the arms race ANSWER: 4.
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Number 29: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
“From Stetin in the Baltic to Trieste in the Adriatic, an Iron Curtain has descended across the continent. Behind that line lie all the capitals of the ancient states of Central and Eastern Europe. Warsaw, Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Belgrade, Bucharest and Sofia, all these famous cities and the populations around them lie in what I might call the Soviet Sphere, and all are subject, in one form or another, not only to Soviet influence, but to very high, and in some cases increasing measure of control from Moscow." -Winston Churchill What is the main idea of this quotation? The Soviet Union has expanded its influence throughout Eastern Europe The Soviet Union has helped the nations of Eastern Europe improve their standard of living The democratic nations of Western Europe have stopped the expansion of Soviet influence in the world The Soviet Union will support communist revolutions in Southeast Asia ANSWER: 1.
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Number 30: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
Prior to the 1980’s, the emphasis of the Five-Year Plans in the Soviet Union was on heavy industry. One result was the scarcity of consumer goods abundance of manufactured goods rejection of agricultural planning decline in military spending ANSWER: 1.
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Number 31: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
The Soviet Union’s reaction to the 1968 revolt in Czechoslovakia was to permit limited political and economic reforms in Czechoslovakia withdraw Soviet troops from Eastern Europe send Soviet troops to occupy Czechoslovakia bring the matter to the attention of the United Nations ANSWER: 3.
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Number 32: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Which was a major reason for the success of Soviet domination in Eastern Europe after World War II? Eastern Europeans accepted the doctrine of Pan-Slavism the democracies of Western Europe needed greater security the Soviet Union had military forces in Eastern Europe as a result of World War II Western Europeans feared that Nazism would be rekindled in Eastern Europe ANSWER: 3.
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Number 33: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
The events (Revolts) that took place in Hungary in the 1950’s and in Czechoslovakia in the 1960’s demonstrated the Soviet Union’s support of nationalism among satellite nations influence on the economies of developing nations determination to maintain political control over Eastern Europe at that time attempts to promote its artistic and literary achievements in Western Europe ANSWER: 3.
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Number 34: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
The expansion of communism into Eastern Europe was a direct result of the Crimean war the Napoleonic Wars World War I World War II ANSWER: 4.
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Number 35: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
United States involvement in the Vietnam War and the Soviet Union’s involvement in Afghanistan were motivated mainly by a desire to… exploit the mineral resources of the regions support governments that would remain strong allies stop the expansion of Japan into the Middle East establish independent nation-states in the regions ANSWER: 2.
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Number 36: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4. “Warsaw Pact Tanks Invade Budapest"
"Wall Divides Berlin” “Liberal Czechoslovak Government Replaced” These historical newspaper headlines were related to Mikhail Gorbachev’s introduction of the policy of Glasnost Adolf Hitler’s efforts to promote national socialism the Soviet Union’s acceptance of capitalism attempts by the Soviet Union to strengthen communist control ANSWER: 4.
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Number 37: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
The invasion of Hungary in 1956 by the Soviet Union and the building of the Berlin Wall in 1961 are examples of United Nations Security Council resolutions Truman Doctrine failures Marshall Plan effects Cold War Era conflicts ANSWER: 2.
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Number 38: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
During the Cold War Era, many Asian and African nations followed a policy of nonalignment because they had the same goals and needs as the Soviet Union needed the natural resources of Western European nations wished to receive aid from the Soviet Union and the United States were afraid of losing their vote in the United Nations ANSWER: 3.
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Number 39: ANSWER: 4. QUESTION:
“We believe in nonaggression and noninterference by one country in the affairs of another and the growth of tolerance between them and the capacity for peaceful coexistence. We, therefore, endeavor to maintain friendly relations with all countries, even though we may disagree with them in their policies.” -Jawaharlal Nehru, Prime Minister of India This statement describes the foreign policy known as imperialism mercantilism isolationism nonalignment ANSWER: 4.
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Number 40: ANSWER: 1. QUESTION:
Which is a major reason Cuban and Nicaraguan revolutionary movements were attracted to communism? communist groups promised economic reform and better living standards business owners and the military were supported by communist groups the goal of communism was to encourage religion communist leaders promised to reduce Spanish colonialism in the Western Hemisphere ANSWER: 1.
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Number 41: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
The main reason the United Nations sent troops to Korea in 1950 was to ensure that food reached areas of the Korean Peninsula affected by famine prevent North Korea from conquering the people of South Korea force the inspection of nuclear weapons plants in North Korea restore peace between warring factions of Buddhism and Shinto ANSWER: 2.
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Number 42: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
The conflict between Israel and the Arab nations since 1948 was often considered part of the Cold War primarily because the policy of detente evolved from this conflict communist governments were established in many Arab nations the leadership of Joseph Stalin strongly influenced the policies of Saddam Hussein the United States supported Israel and the Soviet Union supported several Arab nations ANSWER: 4.
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Number 43: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2. -Berlin Blockade (1948-1949)
-Premier Khrushchev’s visit to the United States (1959) -Cuban missile crisis (1962) -Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (1963) -Joint Apollo-Soyuz space mission (1975) -Russian invasion of Afghanistan (1979) What does this list of events suggest about the Cold War Era? throughout the period, the United States and the Soviet Union were reluctant to solve conflicts the level of tension between the United States and the Soviet Union varied economics played a key role in causing conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union the United Nations was instrumental in reducing tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union ANSWER: 2.
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Number 44: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Which statement would be consistent with the views of Cuba’s Fidel Castro? The spread of communism is the greatest danger facing Latin America An American military presence is the key to the defense of Latin America Progress and justice in Latin America can only be achieved through revolutionary socialism Introducing a free-market system will improve the economies of Latin American nations ANSWER: 3.
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Number 45: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
From the perspective of the North Vietnamese, the war in Vietnam in the 1960’s was a battle between fascism and liberalism nationalism and imperialism republicanism and totalitarianism theocracy and monarchy ANSWER: 2.
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Number 46: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
Which headline concerning the Soviet Union refers to a Cold War event? “Yeltsin Assumes Power” “Trotsky Forms Red Army “Germany Invades USSR” “Warsaw Pact Formed” ANSWER: 4.
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Number 47: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
A major development in relations between the Soviet Union and the United States occurred in the late 1980’s when the two nations agreed to purchase all their oil from Mexico withdraw from the United Nations eliminate a group of nuclear missiles ban arms sales to developing nations ANSWER: 3.
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Number 48: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
During the 1980’s, the Soviet Union experimented with modifications of its command economy by eliminating central planning allowing private ownership of major industries introducing some market economy strategies legalizing independent trade unions ANSWER: 3.
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Number 49: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
In the 30 years after World War II, which area was most influenced by the Soviet Union? Southeast Asia North Africa Eastern Europe Central America ANSWER: 3.
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Number 50: ANSWER: 1. QUESTION:
Which statement best describes the political situation in Eastern Europe during the 1980’s? nationalism has often been a strong force for change communist governments have gained power through democratic elections ethnic rivalries have been eliminated throughout the region United States influence has been used to keep communist governments in power ANSWER: 1.
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Number 51: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
From the perspective of the North Vietnamese, the war in Vietnam in the 1960’s was a battle between fascism and liberalism nationalism and imperialism republicanism and totalitarianism theocracy and monarchy ANSWER: 2.
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Number 52: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
Which headline concerning the Soviet Union refers to a Cold War event? “Yeltsin Assumes Power” “Trotsky Forms Red Army “Germany Invades USSR” “Warsaw Pact Formed” ANSWER: 4.
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Number 53: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
A major development in relations between the Soviet Union and the United States occurred in the late 1980’s when the two nations agreed to purchase all their oil from Mexico withdraw from the United Nations eliminate a group of nuclear missiles ban arms sales to developing nations ANSWER: 3.
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Number 54: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
During the 1980’s, the Soviet Union experimented with modifications of its command economy by eliminating central planning allowing private ownership of major industries introducing some market economy strategies legalizing independent trade unions ANSWER: 3.
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Number 55: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
In the 30 years after World War II, which area was most influenced by the Soviet Union? Southeast Asia North Africa Eastern Europe Central America ANSWER: 3.
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Number 56: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
Which statement best describes the political situation in Eastern Europe during the 1980’s? nationalism has often been a strong force for change communist governments have gained power through democratic elections ethnic rivalries have been eliminated throughout the region United States influence has been used to keep communist governments in power ANSWER: 1.
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Number 57: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
The withdrawal of France from Indochina, the involvement of the Soviet Union in Cuba, and the United States support of the Contras in Nicaragua illustrate that nations consistently discard traditional foreign policy goals after changes in administration tend to base foreign policy decisions on what they believe to be in their own self-interests no longer use warfare as a means to resolve international conflict tend to refer foreign policy conflicts to the United Nations ANSWER: 2.
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Number 58: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
Which is a valid statement about the Soviet Union from the time of the Bolshevik Revolution through 1991? Education has been limited to the communist party elite Demand for consumer goods has exceeded production Military expenditures have been low Industrialization has not occurred ANSWER: 2.
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Number 59: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
In the Soviet Union, Vladimir Lenin’s New Economic Policy (NEP) and Mikhail Gorbachev’s policy of Perestroika both sought to increase spending of nuclear weapons strengthen central planning increase production through individual enterprise reduce the influence of middle-class farmers ANSWER: 3.
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Number 60: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
During the 1980’s in the Soviet Union, a major element of the economic policy of Perestroika was increased collectivization of farms more reliance on local and regional decision making the expanded use of national Five-Year plans an emphasis on the redistribution of wealth ANSWER: 2.
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Number 61: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2. · Blockade of Berlin
· Operation of the Berlin Airlift · Organization of the Warsaw Pact · Construction of the Berlin Wall These events of the Cold War are examples of efforts to prevent military conflict between the superpowers situations that increased tensions between communist and democratic nations in Europe attempts to weaken the Soviet Union’s control of its Eastern European allies policies of peaceful coexistence and détente ANSWER: 2.
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Number 62: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
In Eastern Europe during the 1950’s and 1960’s, the Soviet Union responded to challenges to its control by allowing free elections, when necessary imposing prompt and severe repression obtaining United Nations assistance granting independence to its satellite nations ANSWER: 2.
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Number 63: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
In the People’s Republic of China, which factor best reflects Marxism? communal work teams on farms ownership of small farms by individuals small family-owned businesses in villages foreign influence on the economy ANSWER: 1.
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Number 64: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
The Great Leap Forward in China and the five-year plans in the Soviet Union were attempts to increase private capital investment religious tolerance individual ownership of land industrial productivity ANSWER: 4.
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Number 65: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
In China and the former Soviet Union, the communist governments discouraged organized religion because religions compete for the loyalties of the people support the principles of laissez-faire favor anarchy over organized government stress economic rather than political values ANSWER: 1.
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Number 66: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
A major goal of the Cultural Revolution in China during the 1960’s was to restore China to the glory of the Han Dynasty reemphasize Confucian traditional values weaken communist ideas eliminate opposition to Mao Zedong ANSWER: 4.
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Number 67: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
After World War II, the Chinese Communists were successful in their revolution mainly because the United States refused to support the Nationalists communists had the support of the peasants communists had more technologically advanced weapons nationalist had been defeated by Japan ANSWER: 2.
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Number 68: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
An immediate result of the Cultural Revolution in China was that it helped to establish democracy in urban centers in China led to economic cooperation with Japan and South Korea disrupted China’s economic and educational systems strengthened political ties with the United States ANSWER: 3.
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Number 69: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
The main reason the Chinese Communists gained control of mainland China in 1949 was that they were supported by many warlords and upper class Chinese the United States had supported the Chinese Communist Party during World War II the dynamic leadership of Mao Zedong had the support of the peasant class they had superior financial resources and were supported by Japan ANSWER: 3.
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Number 70: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
In China, the Great Leap Forward was an attempt to promote democratic reform end the private ownership of land strengthen economic ties with Europe increase agricultural and industrial production ANSWER: 4.
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Number 71: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Deng Xioaping’s economic reforms in China differ from the previous economic policies of Mao Zedong in that Deng’s reforms discourage private ownership of businesses promote further collectivization include elements of capitalism decrease trade with the United States ANSWER: 3.
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Number 72: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
The Confucian view of government and the Chinese Communist view of government were similar in that both stressed loyalty to the government the need for filial piety a civil service system equality of men and women ANSWER: 1.
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Number 73: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
A major reason for the success of the Communist revolution in China was that the Communists stressed Buddhism in their military training included important businessmen in their ranks promised land and power to the peasant class fought successfully against the United States during World War II ANSWER: 3.
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Number 74: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
In China, the Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution promoted by Mao Zedong were similar in that both plans ended dynastic rule disrupted industrial development encouraged capitalism guaranteed human rights ANSWER: 2.
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Number 75: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
During the 1980’s, the Chinese government adopted policies designed to increase industrial productivity reestablish Confucian traditions and values gain colonies throughout East Asia maintain its isolation from world events ANSWER: 1.
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Number 76: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Which statement about the economy of China in the 1980’s is most accurate? China surpassed the Soviet Union in steel production China’s economy slowed down because of a lack of natural resources China increased its industrial capacity and foreign trade China’s economy suffered from overproduction of consumer goods ANSWER: 3.
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Number 77: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Sun Yat-sen’s “Three Principles of the People” (1911) and the demonstrations in Tiananmen Square (1989) were similar in that they both demanded that the Chinese government achieve global interdependence restore dynastic rule introduce democratic reforms end foreign influences in China ANSWER: 3.
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Number 78: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
The goal of Mao Zedong’s policy known as the Great Leap Forward was to develop foreign export industries in China’s coastal urban centers eliminate state-owned industries in rural China modernize China’s economic system by dividing China into communes introduce capitalism to the Chinese economy ANSWER: 3.
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Number 79: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
Which statement about reforms in China during the 1980’s and 1990’s is most accurate? Political reforms resulted in the overthrow of communism. Economic reforms were more successful than political reforms. Political reforms increased individual rights. Economic reforms forced China to return to a policy of isolationism. ANSWER: 2.
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Number 80: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
“A wind has been blowing from the West; now it will begin to blow from the East.” —Mao Zedong, 1949 Which idea was Mao Zedong expressing in this quotation? The monsoons will soon shift and bring destruction to the mainland of Asia. Chinese culture will no longer influence the people of Asia. European power will decline as a new center of power emerges in Asia. The Asian people have much to learn from the Western Europeans. ANSWER: 3.
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Number 81: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
“When I go to the office, I put on my shirt and I take off my Caste; when I come home, I take off my shirt and I put on my Caste.” What is the main idea of this quotation? the Caste system continues to influence Indian society the Caste system has been reflected by most Indians successful urban workers in India belong the same Caste the Indian government officially supports the Caste system ANSWER: 1.
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Number 82: QUESTION: 3. ANSWER:
Which factor most limited the development of African nationalism? European support of an educational system based on local traditions and language the prior experience of Africans with economic self-sufficiency political boundaries imposed by Europeans that had little relationship to African tribal boundaries the European practice of making decisions based on local customs 3. ANSWER:
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Number 83: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
Which statement best describes the political situation in Africa after World War II? increased nationalism led to independence for many African nations France and West Germany sought to establish colonies in Africa European nations increased their control over their African colonies the United Nations opposed the idea of self-determination for African nations ANSWER: 1.
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Number 84: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1. Mohandas Gandhi is best known for his
use of passive resistance to achieve Indian independence desire to establish and Islamic nations opposition to Hindus holding political office encouragement of violence to end British rule ANSWER: 1.
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Number 85: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
The primary goal of the Indian National Congress ( ) was to reform the Hindu religion partition India between Muslims and Hindus create a socialist economy gain independence from Great Britain ANSWER: 4.
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Number 86: QUESTION: ANSWER: 4.
The rise of independent states in Asia and Africa after World War II demonstrates the failure of nationalist movements influence of socialism success of United Nations peacekeeping forces decline of European colonial empires ANSWER: 4.
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Number 87: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
Which action best illustrates Mohandas Gandhi’s concept of civil disobedience? a British army outpost was bombed as a protest against the British presence in Northern Ireland citizens in the United States went to jail for violation segregation laws French citizens wrote letters to their government to oppose arms sale to Iraq supporters of Ferdinand Marcos attempted a coup d’etat against the Philippine government ANSWER: 2.
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Number 88: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
Which event was used by Mohandas Gandhi to bring world attention to the injustices of British colonialism? salt march partition of India Sepoy Mutiny formation of the Indian parliament ANSWER: 1.
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Number 89: QUESTION: ANSWER:
One reason India gained its independence from Great Britain in 1947 was that Great Britain was defeated in World War II the Treaty of Versailles required Great Britain to give up its colonies Great Britain did not have the resources to maintain an empire after World War II India had supported the Axis Powers during World War II ANSWER:
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Number 90: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
One similarity between the Sepoys in India, the Boxers in China, and the Mau Mau in Kenya is that these groups tried to drive Europeans out of their countries depended on Western support for their success adopted Marxist economic and political principles sought independence through nonviolence ANSWER: 1.
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Number 91: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
During India’s independence movement, Mohandas Gandhi’s boycott of British-made products was effective because the British considered India a major shipping center industrial center market for manufactured goods source of mineral resources ANSWER: 3.
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Number 92: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
In India today, the continued discrimination based on caste illustrates a commitment to a capitalist economic system the gap between law and tradition the influence of the Cold War on India the declining role of religion in modern society ANSWER: 2.
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Number 93: QUESTION: 4. ANSWER: poor food distribution systems
--Rebellion in the Congo during the 1960’s --Civil war in Nigeria from 1967 to 1970 --Fighting in the Sudan in the 1980’s --Massacres in Rwanda in the 1990’s Which factor was the main reason for these conflicts? poor food distribution systems communist interference demands for land reform ethnic rivalries 4. ANSWER:
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Number 94: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
Which situation would best encourage economic development in most African nations today? increasing the population growth rate attracting investment capital reducing the number of skilled workers depleting their natural resources ANSWER: 2.
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Number 95: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
Which statement best characterizes the period of apartheid in South Africa? the majority of the population had the right to vote the Boers attempted to conquer Nigeria many racist ideas of the ruling minority were adopted into laws French was declared the official language of the nation ANSWER: 3.
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Number 96: QUESTION: ANSWER: 2.
Since the end of apartheid in South Africa, what has been one of the major challenges to the current government? establishing diplomatic relations with Europe resolving regional and ethnic rivalries guaranteeing religious freedom for all groups improving transportation throughout the country ANSWER: 2.
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Number 97: ANSWER: 1. QUESTION:
During the 1980’s, Mikhail Gorbachev introduced Perestroika in the Soviet Union to improve the economy and decentralize decision making abandon arms treaties with the United States and Western Europe tighten government controls over the communication media suppress the growing nationalist movements in Eastern Europe ANSWER: 1.
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Number 98: QUESTION: ANSWER: 3.
The revolt in Hungary (1956), the demonstrations in Czechoslovakia (1968), and the formation of solidarity in Poland (1980’s) are similar in that they were movements in restore the power of the aristocracy were tolerated by the communist leaders, who accepted the need for change represented a challenge to communist leadership represented attempts to rid these countries of western ideas and influence ANSWER: 3.
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Number 99: QUESTION: 4. ANSWER:
“The Soviet Union Splits into 15 Republics” “Yugoslavia Experiences Internal Conflict” “Germany Reunifies” Which conclusion do these three headlines suggest? communism remains an important force in Europe many Western European nations are experiencing civil war international sanctions strengthen a nation’s ability to govern the forces of nationalism can either divide of unite a nation 4. ANSWER:
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Number 100: QUESTION: ANSWER: 1.
The destruction of the Berlin Wall in 1989 is symbolic of the end of the Soviet domination of Eastern Europe declining power of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) fall of the Weimar Republic collapse of the European Union ANSWER: 1.
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