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What was the main reason European powers wanted to change their trade relationship with China in the 19th century?
What was the main reason European powers wanted to change their trade relationship with China in the 19th century?
- To balance their trade deficit (correct)
- To learn Chinese manufacturing techniques
- To gain military control over China
- To spread Christianity
How did the British East India Company's actions contribute to the Opium War?
How did the British East India Company's actions contribute to the Opium War?
- By attacking Chinese ports
- By imposing high tariffs on Chinese goods
- By refusing to trade with China
- By selling opium to Chinese citizens (correct)
What was a significant consequence of the Treaty of Nanjing for China?
What was a significant consequence of the Treaty of Nanjing for China?
- The opium trade was officially legalized
- British citizens became subject to Chinese law
- China gained control over British territories
- China had to pay a large indemnity to Britain (correct)
How did the Taiping Rebellion reflect broader issues in Chinese society?
How did the Taiping Rebellion reflect broader issues in Chinese society?
Why did most Chinese leaders initially resist adopting Western technology?
Why did most Chinese leaders initially resist adopting Western technology?
What was the primary goal of the "self-strengthening movement" in China?
What was the primary goal of the "self-strengthening movement" in China?
How did Japan's approach to modernization in the late 19th century differ from China's?
How did Japan's approach to modernization in the late 19th century differ from China's?
What does the concept of "spheres of influence" in China refer to?
What does the concept of "spheres of influence" in China refer to?
Why did the United States advocate for the "Open Door Policy" in China?
Why did the United States advocate for the "Open Door Policy" in China?
What was the primary motivation behind the Boxer Uprising?
What was the primary motivation behind the Boxer Uprising?
How did the Qing government's response to the Boxer Uprising ultimately affect its power?
How did the Qing government's response to the Boxer Uprising ultimately affect its power?
What shift in educational focus occurred in China in the early 1900s?
What shift in educational focus occurred in China in the early 1900s?
How did the issue of railroad ownership contribute to the downfall of the Qing Dynasty?
How did the issue of railroad ownership contribute to the downfall of the Qing Dynasty?
What was unique about the military's response to the Wuchang Uprising in 1911?
What was unique about the military's response to the Wuchang Uprising in 1911?
Which of Sun Yat-sen's "Three Principles of the People" aimed to address China's economic challenges?
Which of Sun Yat-sen's "Three Principles of the People" aimed to address China's economic challenges?
How did the Opium Wars change the balance of power between China and Western nations?
How did the Opium Wars change the balance of power between China and Western nations?
What role did corruption play in the decline of the Qing Dynasty?
What role did corruption play in the decline of the Qing Dynasty?
How did the concept of extraterritoriality affect China's sovereignty?
How did the concept of extraterritoriality affect China's sovereignty?
What was a key difference between the Taiping Rebellion and the Boxer Uprising?
What was a key difference between the Taiping Rebellion and the Boxer Uprising?
How did the outcome of the Sino-Japanese War affect China's international standing?
How did the outcome of the Sino-Japanese War affect China's international standing?
Flashcards
Opium War Cause
Opium War Cause
The British East India Company's opium trade with China, leading to a trade imbalance and conflict.
Treaty of Nanjing Consequence
Treaty of Nanjing Consequence
China had to pay a large amount of money (indemnity) to Britain as a result of the war.
Taiping Rebellion Reflection
Taiping Rebellion Reflection
The rebellion revealed widespread dissatisfaction with the Qing government in China.
Chinese Resistance to Western Tech
Chinese Resistance to Western Tech
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Self-Strengthening Movement Goal
Self-Strengthening Movement Goal
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Japan's Modernization
Japan's Modernization
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Spheres of Influence
Spheres of Influence
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Open Door Policy Reason
Open Door Policy Reason
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Boxer Uprising Goal
Boxer Uprising Goal
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Qing Response to Boxer Uprising
Qing Response to Boxer Uprising
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Education Shift in China (Early 1900s)
Education Shift in China (Early 1900s)
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Railroad Ownership and Qing Dynasty
Railroad Ownership and Qing Dynasty
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Wuchang Uprising Military Response
Wuchang Uprising Military Response
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Sun Yat-sen's Livelihood
Sun Yat-sen's Livelihood
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Opium Wars and Power Balance
Opium Wars and Power Balance
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Qing Dynasty Corruption
Qing Dynasty Corruption
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Extraterritoriality's Effect on Sovereignty
Extraterritoriality's Effect on Sovereignty
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Taiping vs. Boxer Uprising
Taiping vs. Boxer Uprising
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Sino-Japanese War Impact
Sino-Japanese War Impact
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Trade Imbalance
Trade Imbalance
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Study Notes
19th-20th Century China: Foreign Influence and Internal Conflict
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European Trade Imbalance: European powers sought to adjust trade relationships with China in the 19th century primarily to balance their trade deficits.
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Opium War Cause: The British East India Company's sale of opium to Chinese citizens fueled the Opium War.
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Treaty of Nanjing Consequence: China was forced to pay a large indemnity to Britain as a result of the Treaty of Nanjing.
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Taiping Rebellion Reflection: The Taiping Rebellion highlighted widespread dissatisfaction with the Qing Dynasty's governance.
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Resistance to Western Technology: Many Chinese leaders initially resisted adopting Western technology due to concerns about disrupting Confucian principles.
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Self-Strengthening Movement Goal: The self-strengthening movement aimed to adopt Western technology while retaining Chinese cultural values.
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Japan's Modernization: Japan modernized more quickly and comprehensively than China during the late 19th century.
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Spheres of Influence: Foreign powers established spheres of influence within China, granting them exclusive trading rights in specific regions.
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Open Door Policy: The United States advocated for the Open Door Policy in China to ensure equal trading opportunities for all foreign powers.
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Boxer Uprising Motivation: The Boxer Uprising aimed to remove foreign influences from China.
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Qing Dynasty Weakening: The Qing Dynasty's response to the Boxer Uprising resulted in increased foreign concessions and a weakened central government.
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Educational Shift: Chinese education in the early 1900s saw increased focus on science and mathematics.
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Railroad Ownership Discontent: Provincial resistance to the Qing Dynasty's attempts to nationalize railroads contributed to the dynasty's decline.
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Wuchang Uprising Support: The military supported the rebels during the Wuchang Uprising of 1911.
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Sun Yat-sen's Livelihood Principle: Sun Yat-sen's "Three Principles of the People" included "Livelihood," addressing China's economic challenges.
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Opium Wars and Power Shift: The Opium Wars revealed and exacerbated China's weaknesses and shifted the balance of power in favor of Western nations.
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Qing Corruption: Corruption within the Qing government contributed to widespread dissatisfaction and rebellion.
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Extraterritoriality Impact: Extraterritoriality exempted foreigners from Chinese laws within China, impacting China's sovereignty.
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Taiping vs. Boxer Uprising: The Taiping Rebellion aimed to overthrow the Qing, while the Boxers initially sought to expel foreigners and maintain some Qing involvement.
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Sino-Japanese War Consequence: The Sino-Japanese War revealed China's weakness and led to increased foreign intervention.
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Explore the complexities of 19th-20th century China with this quiz, focusing on foreign influences and internal conflicts. Topics include the Opium War, the Treaty of Nanjing, and the Taiping Rebellion, as well as China's response to Western technology. Test your understanding of this pivotal era in Chinese history.
