19th Century Global Transformations

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What was the main result of the Smoot-Hawley Act of 1930?

Increased foreign investment in the US

Establishment of free trade agreements

Increased tariffs on imported goods (correct)

Expansion of the global economy

Which group faced suppression during the Great Revolt from 1936 to 1939?

British forces

Palestinian population (correct)

Zionist settlers

Jewish immigrants

What was a consequence of the Wall Street Crash of 1929?

Increased immigration to the US

Rise of totalitarian regimes (correct)

Improved global financial stability

Growth of free trade

What did Du Bois advocate for in relation to African Americans?

Disaffiliating and aligning with the colonized world Signup and view all the answers

What was created in 1922 to provide identification for stateless people?

Nansen passport Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant effect of the Nazi party's rise to power in 1933?

Implementation of fascist policies Signup and view all the answers

The Tripartite Pact of 1940 was an agreement between which countries?

Germany, Italy, Japan Signup and view all the answers

What major event was triggered by the Mukden Incident in 1931?

Japanese expansion in Asia Signup and view all the answers

What prompted Britain’s favoritism towards Zionist goals in Palestine?

Support for a Jewish homeland Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main consequences of the Cold War established after WWII?

Division of Europe into Eastern and Western blocs Signup and view all the answers

How many Palestinian refugees were created following the civil war between Zionists and Palestinians from 1947 to 1948?

700,000 Signup and view all the answers

Which event occurred in 1938 involving Nazi power?

Release of the 'Aryan' family Signup and view all the answers

What action did Britain take in 1923 regarding immigration to Palestine?

Facilitated Jewish immigration Signup and view all the answers

Which countries were primarily involved in the Second Sino-Japanese War from 1937 to 1945?

China and Japan Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant result of the Great Divergence in the 1800s?

A surge in wealth and technology in Europe and North America Signup and view all the answers

Which event exemplified military superiority of Western nations over China?

The Opium War Signup and view all the answers

Which reform movement aimed to modernize the Ottoman Empire in the 19th century?

Tanzimat reforms Signup and view all the answers

What was a key theme during the onset of World War I?

The expectation of a swift German victory over France Signup and view all the answers

Which policy did Britain adopt in the early 1840s that contributed to its global influence?

Free trade Signup and view all the answers

Which act restricted immigration from China to the United States?

Chinese Exclusion Act Signup and view all the answers

What was the objective of Admiral Alfred Mahan's theories on naval dominance?

To emphasize the importance of naval power for national security Signup and view all the answers

What significant event occurred as a result of the 1830 self-strengthening movement in China?

The modernizing of China's military Signup and view all the answers

What was the main outcome of the Berlin Conference in 1884-1885?

The divide of Africa among European powers Signup and view all the answers

Which country's naval power greatly influenced its imperial ambitions in the early 1900s?

Britain Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Anglo-German naval race in the early 1900s?

Destabilization of European political relations Signup and view all the answers

What major transformation occurred in Japan during the Meiji Restoration?

The restoration of imperial rule and modernization efforts Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributed to the power vacuum in the Balkans during the declining Ottoman Empire?

Decline of the Ottoman Empire and European competition Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pre-1800s

Global societies were more similar; distinct nations less common

1800s

Great Divergence: Europe and North America saw significant economic growth (wealth & tech) during late 1700s-1800s
Liberalism: Emphasis on human rights, democratic governance, minimal government intervention in markets ("invisible hand")
Britain's economy grew rapidly, gaining colonies (South Africa)
Increased British coal, sugar, and cotton imports. Consumption of resources from colonies significantly increased.
Opium Wars (1839-1842): Demonstrated British military superiority over China, leading to unequal treaties and a decline in Chinese sovereignty
Tanzimat Reforms (1839-1876): Ottoman Empire attempted modernization of military and education
Self-Strengthening Movement (1861-1895): China attempted to modernize its military and adopt Western technology
Meiji Restoration (1868): Japan modernized and westernized; imperial rule restored
Unification of Germany: Germany becomes a unified nation-state
US Chinese Exclusion Act (1882): Restricted Chinese immigration
Berlin Conference (1884-1885): European powers divided Africa amongst themselves
The Congo Free State (1885): King Leopold II of Belgium took control, exploitative practices
Influence of Sea Power Upon History (1890): Admiral Mahan advocated for naval dominance for national power
Weltpolitik: Germany's more aggressive foreign policy aiming to challenge existing empires, including Britain's naval power
Discrimination against the Ghanian population during South African colonization.

1900s

Anglo-German naval race: Increased global tensions from imperial competition
Balkan Wars (1911-1913): Instability as the Ottoman Empire lost territory
Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand (1914): Triggered World War I
World War I (1914-1918): Global conflict involving many nations
Russian Revolution (1917): Led to the establishment of the Soviet Union (first socialist state)
Paris Peace Conference (1919): Negotiated peace terms after WWI
League of Nations Mandate system: Colonized peoples' concerns were not addressed during peace negotiations
Rise of fascism and communism
1929 Wall Street Crash: Triggered global depression of the 1930s
Smoot-Hawley Act: Increased US tariffs triggered a global trade war
Nazi Party's rise to power in Germany: Aggressive expansions and policies
World War II (1939-1945): Global conflict; led by Axis Powers (Germany, Italy, Japan)
Holocaust: Genocide of Jews and other groups during WWII
End of empires: Colonial powers gradually lost control or independence of their colonies, with increased unrest and colonial revolutions.
Formation of Israel (1948): Creation of Israel led to displacement of Palestinian populations

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Explore the major global changes that occurred during the 1800s, including the Great Divergence and the rise of liberalism. This quiz covers key events like the Opium Wars and the various modernization efforts in China, Japan, and the Ottoman Empire. Test your knowledge on how these historical developments shaped the world.