Grade 10 World History Exam - December 2024
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Match the following words with their corresponding definitions:

A dominion = A self-governing nation Métis = People of mixed Native American and French-Canadian descent Confederation = Unification of settlements La Reforma = An era of reform in Mexico Regionalism = Loyalty to a local area Homogeneous = Sharing the same culture and language Caudillos = Local strong men Monroe Doctrine = The American continents not to be subject for future European colonization Māori = Indigenous people of New Zealand First Sino-Japanese War = War between China and Japan

Like most regions claimed by ______ powers, Australia had long been inhabited by other people.

imperialist

Which of the following is the best definition of imperialism?

  • The policy of one country's political, economic, or cultural domination over other lands and territories (correct)
  • The policy of helping other countries' culture
  • The policy of discovering other countries
  • What type of colonial rule did France primarily practice in its colonies?

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    What type of colonial rule did Britain primarily practice in its colonies?

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    Which of the following individuals was the ruthless leader of the Zulu people during their migration into Southern Africa?

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    Why do you think the Europeans did not invite Africans to the Berlin Conference?

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    In which region did Uthman dan Fodio struggle to reform Muslim practices?

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    Muhammad Ahmad announced that he was the ______ in Sudan.

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    Who is sometimes referred to as the "founder of modern Egypt"?

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    What were the Indian soldiers called that the British East India Company relied on?

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    What economic benefit did China experience when it sold silk, porcelain, and tea in exchange for gold and silver?

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    When did the Opium War in China take place?

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    What was the primary cause of the Opium War?

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    Which country was primarily responsible for the Opium War?

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    Which significant treaty marked the end of the Opium War and resulted in the cession of Hong Kong to Britain?

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    The term ______ is commonly used to describe the treaties imposed on China after the Opium War.

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    Who was the passionate spokesman for a Chinese republic who organized the Revolutionary Alliance to rebuild China?

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    In 1853, why did United States warships arrive off the coast of Japan?

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    What happened in Japan under the Tokugawa Shogun by 1603?

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    What did the Tokugawa Shogun do in 1637?

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    What happened during the Meiji Restoration period in Japan?

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    What was the primary outcome of the First Sino-Japanese War?

    <p>In the control of the island of Taiwan (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Korea was a tributary state to ______ for many years.

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    How did the original inhabitants of Australia, the Aborigines, primarily survive?

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    Who claimed the island of New Zealand for Britain?

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    Why do you think Australia and New Zealand gained independence faster than other British territories?

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    In Latin America, what were the two main groups that the ruling elite were divided between?

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    Porfirio Diaz, a hero of war against the French, ruled as a dictator in Mexico. What was his slogan?

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    Under colonial rule, what economic policies made Latin America dependent on Spain and Portugal?

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    Who praised the United States as a "Model of political virtues and moral enlightenment"?

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    What were the main consequences of opening the Panama Canal in 1914?

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    Which countries formed the Triple Alliance (Central Powers) during World War I?

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    By 1914, the Balkans were often referred to as the ______ of Europe.

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    Why did Austria declare war on Serbia?

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    Submarines were first used by ______ in World War 1.

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    The Ottoman Empire joined the ______ in World War 1.

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    Who were the first to use armored tanks in World War I?

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    Who were the "Big Three" in the Paris Peace Conference that ended World War I?

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    What does "armistice" mean?

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    What happened soon after the Russian Revolution began?

    <p>The United States declared war on Germany. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    President Woodrow Wilson, hoping to be a peacemaker, issued which document?

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    What was the goal of the Boxer Uprising in China?

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    Why did Japan become an imperialist power?

    <p>Japan's industrial growth and expansionist ambitions, driven by a need for resources and a desire to equal the West, led it to seek power and influence in East Asia, ultimately leading to its imperialist expansion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the cartoon in Section E depict?

    <p>The entry of the United States into competition with European powers for territory in the Eastern Hemisphere, which is illustrated through the United States riding a bicycle over the Earth, with Europe shouting in protest against them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Imperialism

    The policy of one country's political, economic or cultural control over another territory.

    Direct Rule

    A form of colonial rule where the colonizing power maintains direct administrative control.

    Indirect Rule

    A form of colonial rule where the colonizing power governs indirectly through local rulers.

    Shaka

    A brutal Zulu leader who unified Zulu tribes and led their expansion.

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    Berlin Conference

    A European conference in 1884-1885 where European powers divided Africa into colonies without consulting African leaders.

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    Uthman dan Fodio

    A leader who led a jihad (holy war) in Northern Nigeria to reform Islamic practices.

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    Muhammad Ahmad

    A leader who declared himself the Mahdi (a divinely guided savior) and led a rebellion against British rule in Sudan.

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    Muhammad Ali

    A leader who modernized Egypt, introducing reforms and expanding its power.

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    Sepoys

    Indian soldiers employed by the British East India Company.

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    Trade Surplus

    A situation where a country exports more goods than it imports, resulting in a surplus of money.

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    Trade Deficit

    A situation where a country imports more goods than it exports, resulting in a deficit of money.

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    Opium War

    A war between Britain and China (1839-1842) sparked by Britain's attempt to force China to accept opium imports.

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    Treaty of Nanking

    A treaty signed in 1842 that ended the Opium War, granting Britain control of Hong Kong and forcing China to open more ports to trade.

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    Unequal Treaties

    Treaties imposed on China after the Opium War that were considered unfair and unequal, favoring the Western powers.

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    Sun Yixan

    A Chinese revolutionary leader who advocated for a republic and formed the Revolutionary Alliance to overthrow the Qing dynasty.

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    National Seclusion Policy

    A policy of isolationism adopted by Japan in the 17th century, barring most foreigners and prohibiting Japanese citizens from traveling abroad.

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    Meiji Restoration

    An era in Japanese history (1868-1912) marked by rapid modernization and industrialization, transforming Japan into a regional power.

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    First Sino-Japanese War

    A war between China and Japan (1894-1895) that resulted in Japan gaining control of Taiwan and Korea.

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    Aborigines

    The indigenous people of Australia who were the first settlers of the continent.

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    Māori

    The indigenous people of New Zealand who were the first settlers of the islands.

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    Captain James Cook

    A British explorer who claimed New Zealand for Britain in 1769.

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    Conservatives

    A group of political factions in Latin America during the 19th century, favoring traditional, established order and institutions.

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    Liberals

    A group of political factions in Latin America during the 19th century, advocating for change, reform, and liberal ideas.

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    Porfirio Diaz

    A Mexican dictator who ruled from 1876 to 1911, known for his modernization efforts but also for his authoritarian rule.

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    Mercantilist Policies

    Economic policies employed by European powers in their colonies, aiming to enrich the colonizer by extracting resources and creating markets for manufactured goods.

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    Panama Canal

    A canal built across Panama that connected the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, significantly impacting global trade and shipping.

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    Triple Alliance (Central Powers)

    A military alliance formed between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy during World War I.

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    Balkans

    A region in southeastern Europe that was considered volatile and prone to conflict in the early 20th century, leading to the outbreak of World War I.

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    Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

    The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary (heir to the throne) by a Serbian nationalist, Gavrilo Princip, in Sarajevo. This event sparked the outbreak of World War I.

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    Submarine Warfare

    A type of naval warfare involving the use of submarines to sink enemy ships.

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    Armistice

    A ceasefire agreement to end hostilities between warring parties.

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    Fourteen Points

    A set of fourteen principles for peace proposed by US President Woodrow Wilson after World War I, aimed at creating a lasting peace and preventing future conflicts.

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    Study Notes

    World History Exam - December 2024

    • Exam Format: End of 1st Term Exam, Grade 10, World History
    • Duration: 3 Hours
    • Exam Materials Required: Blue pen
    • Exam Instructions:
      • All exams must be completed in blue pen
      • No talking or leaving the room during exam
      • All questions must be answered
    • Grading Breakdown:
      • Total Points: 50
      • Total Questions: 63
      • Section A: Matching: 10 points, 10 questions
      • Section B: Missing Words: 5 points, 10 questions
      • Section C: Multiple Choice: 20 points, 40 questions
      • Section D: Long Answers: 10 points, 2 questions
      • Section E: Analyzing Political Cartoon: 5 points, 1 question

    Section A: Definitions

    • Dominion: A self-governing nation.
    • Métis: People of mixed Native American and French-Canadian descent.
    • Confederation: Unification of settlements;
    • La Reforma: An era of reform in Mexico.
    • Regionalism: Loyalty to a local area.
    • Homogeneous: Sharing the same culture and language.
    • Caudillos: Local strongmen.
    • Monroe Doctrine: The American continents are not to be subject to future European colonization.
    • Māori: Indigenous people of New Zealand.
    • First Sino-Japanese War: War between China and Japan.

    Section B: Paragraph Completion

    • Key Concepts: Aborigines, Kooris, settlers, Australian inhabitants, Southeast, indigenous, imperialist.
    • Paragraph Summary: The first inhabitants, called Aborigines (or Kooris to some) arrived in Australia around 40,000 years ago, likely from Southeast Asia.

    Section C: Multiple Choice Questions (Sample Questions)

    • Imperialism: The policy of one country's political, economic, or cultural domination over other lands and territories.
    • French Colonial Practice: Direct or indirect rule in colonies
    • Zulu Leader: Shaka
    • Berlin Conference: The reason why European countries did not invite Africans to the Berlin Conference was to avoid bloodshed.
    • Uthman dan Fodio: Reform movement in Northern Nigeria
    • Muhammed Ahmad: Called the Mahdi in Sudan.
    • Founder of Modern Egypt: Muhammad Ali

    Section D: Long Answer Questions

    • Boxer Rebellion: A secret society, the Righteous Harmonious Fist, sought to expel foreigners and modernize China by driving out foreigners.
    • Japan's Imperialism: Western industrial nation's economics prompted the expansionist desires of Japan.

    Section E: Cartoon Analysis

    • Cartoon Depiction: The cartoon portrays the early 1900s entry of the United States into competition with European powers in the Eastern Hemisphere. The Europeans are against the United States domination of the region.

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