History Chapter 18 Quiz Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does Cultural Modernism cast doubt on?

Traditional faith in rationality and European dominance.

What did 'Jim Crow' laws in the United States seek to do?

Segregate blacks and whites.

What did the African and Chinese uprisings against imperialist intrusion before 1914 teach Europeans?

Other cultures were willing to resist western expansion.

What happened to cities as the twentieth century dawned?

They boomed in population and were redesigned for modern life. Signup and view all the answers

Discussions of race before 1914 often asserted that:

Cultural identity was necessary to consider race. Signup and view all the answers

Between which two groups was the Boer War fought?

Two white states in Africa. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Boxers in China seek to do?

Destroy foreigners and their influence in China. Signup and view all the answers

What was the most lasting legacy of the Mexican Revolution?

The creation of rural communes for Mexico's peasantry. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Shanghai School contribute to?

A new style of Chinese art mixing traditional and foreign influences. Signup and view all the answers

What was the goal of Pan movements in the early twentieth century?

The political unification of dispersed communities and the destruction of European empires. Signup and view all the answers

How can the relationship between resistance movements and European suppression be best described?

Resistance movements occurred in an escalating cycle. Signup and view all the answers

What convinced J.P. Morgan and the United States government that oversight of the banking system was needed?

The collapse of more than 500 American banks. Signup and view all the answers

What effect did increasing opportunities in education and employment have on upper- and middle-class women in the West before 1914?

They had greater economic and social independence. Signup and view all the answers

What effect did the spread of railways and factories have on local communities?

It polluted the air, water, and land. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main cause of massive migrations between the 1840s and 1914?

Economic opportunities in some places combined with social and political turmoil in others. Signup and view all the answers

What best describes popular culture in the early twentieth century?

Dance halls, mass-produced engravings, and sporting events. Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of imperialism on colonized women?

It released women from some burdens but produced others. Signup and view all the answers

What criterion was most important to Sun Yat-sen in defining the 'Chinese' nation?

Han-nationalism. Signup and view all the answers

What was most important to Indian nationalists in defining 'India' as a separate nation?

Culture. Signup and view all the answers

Which region had the largest annual growth rate of population from 1850 to 1950?

The Americas. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cultural Modernism

Challenges traditional beliefs in rationality and European superiority.

Jim Crow Laws

Enforced racial segregation between blacks and whites in the United States.

Uprisings Against Imperialism

African and Chinese revolts prior to 1914 demonstrated the willingness of other cultures to resist Western expansion.

Urban Transformation in the 20th Century

Cities experienced population booms and were redesigned with modern infrastructure, including trains, cultural centers, and parks.

Pre-1914 Race Discussions

Discussed the influence of biological ancestry on culture and social issues, pushing the notion of ranking civilizations by race.

Boer War

Conflict occurred between two white nations in Africa.

Boxer Rebellion

Aimed to eliminate foreign influence and foreigners in China.

Mexican Revolution Legacy

Established rural communes that benefited Mexico's peasantry.

Shanghai School

Blended traditional Chinese art with foreign influences to form a new artistic style.

Pan Movements

Sought political unification of dispersed communities and aimed to dismantle European colonial empires.

Resistance Movements and Suppression

Illustrated through an escalating cycle of resistance by colonized peoples and repression by European powers.

Banking Oversight Demand

Triggered by consecutive financial panics from 1890 to 1907 resulting in numerous bank collapses and significant financial losses, highlighting the need for regulation.

Women’s Economic Independence

Prior to 1914, increased educational and employment prospects enabled upper- and middle-class women in the West to attain greater economic and social independence.

Impact of Railways and Factories

Led to the demise of some towns, environmental pollution, a forced adaptation to mechanical labor, and increased availability of affordable goods.

Causes of Migration (1840-1914)

Major migrations driven by economic opportunities in certain areas juxtaposed with social and political instability in others.

Early 20th Century Popular Culture

Characterized by dance halls, mass-produced engravings, and sporting events.

Impact of Imperialism on Women

Although some traditional burdens were lifted, new challenges emerged for colonized women under imperial rule.

Sun Yat-sen and "Chinese" National Identity

Emphasized Han-nationalism as a crucial element in defining the Chinese nation.

Indian Nationalist Identity

Culture was the primary criterion in defining "India" as a distinct nation.

Population Growth and Migration (1850-1950)

The Americas experienced the highest annual growth rates during a time marked by significant mass migrations.

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Test your knowledge on key concepts from Chapter 18 of History. This quiz covers topics such as cultural modernism, Jim Crow laws, and resistance to imperialism. Challenge yourself to recall important terms and their definitions.