History of Imperialism and Revolution
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What was the main outcome of the overthrow of the bourgeoisie by the proletariat?

  • Formation of a classless society (correct)
  • Increased private property ownership
  • Support for laissez-faire capitalism
  • Strengthening of the bourgeoisie's power

What characterized the period known as 'New Imperialism'?

  • Colonization of the Americas
  • End of colonialism
  • Decline of European powers
  • Expansion into Asia, Africa, and the Pacific (correct)

Which of the following was a primary motive behind European imperialism in Africa?

  • Imposition of democratic governance
  • The spread of communism
  • Desire to halt local trade
  • Search for new raw materials and markets (correct)

Which statement best defines Social Darwinism?

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What does the term 'British Raj' refer to?

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What was the 'Scramble for Africa' characterized by?

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Which of the following was NOT a result of European imperialism in Africa?

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What did the Opium Wars compel China to sign?

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What does the 'Final Solution' specifically refer to?

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Which country was NOT a part of the Axis Powers during World War II?

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On what date did the D-Day invasion occur?

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Which two Japanese cities were atomic bombs dropped on, leading to the end of World War II in the Pacific?

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What was the main goal of the United Nations when it was founded after World War II?

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The Cold War primarily characterized the tensions between which two superpowers?

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What was the focus of the policy of 'containment' during the Cold War?

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The Berlin Wall, erected in 1961, is a symbol of what?

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What does the term 'Lost Generation' refer to?

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Which factor significantly contributed to the onset of the Great Depression in 1929?

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What was the main goal of the New Deal during the 1930s?

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Which of the following was NOT a factor leading to the Great Depression?

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What does the policy of 'appeasement' involve?

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The Nuremberg Laws in Nazi Germany were aimed at which of the following?

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What does the term 'blitzkrieg' describe in the context of World War II?

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Which battle is considered a turning point on the Eastern Front in World War II?

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What was the primary goal of the Russian Provisional Government after Tsar Nicholas II's abdication?

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Which treaty ended hostilities between Russia and Germany in 1918?

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Which of the following factors was not a significant contributor to the outbreak of World War I?

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What event prompted the United States to officially enter World War I in 1917?

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What was one of the main reasons the Industrial Revolution began in England?

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What characterizes the concept of 'Trench Warfare' during World War I?

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Which invention enabled Europeans to overcome African armies during imperialism?

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What did the 'war guilt clause' in the Treaty of Versailles entail?

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Which of the following best describes the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885?

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What was the primary aim of the Russian Revolution of 1917?

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What was a major result of the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 in India?

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Which leader is associated with the rise of fascism in Italy?

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Which technological advancement helped Europeans survive malaria during the New Imperialism?

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Menelik II is known for:

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What was a direct result of the Opium Wars in China?

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Which event led to Japan's opening to the West in the mid-19th century?

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What significant military innovation was first utilized in battle during World War I?

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What was one of the major advancements in warfare technology introduced during World War I?

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What was the primary aim of the Treaty of Versailles signed in 1919?

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The League of Nations was founded after World War I primarily to:

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How is the 'home front' during World War I best defined?

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Which nation was mandated to make reparations following World War I?

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The Schlieffen Plan was a strategic military approach used by Germany to:

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Which event led to the establishment of a communist government in Russia?

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Social Darwinism

The belief that European races were superior to others and had a right to colonize weaker nations.

Scramble for Africa

European nations' rush to colonize Africa during the late 19th century.

British Raj

The period of British rule in India after the Sepoy Mutiny.

Communist Revolution

The overthrow of the bourgeoisie (wealthy class) by the proletariat (working class).

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Motive for European Imperialism

The need for new sources of raw materials and markets for manufactured goods

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New Imperialism

The expansion of European powers into Asia, Africa, and the Pacific in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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Unequal Treaties

A series of treaties that forced China to make concessions to Western powers, giving those powers special trading rights and extraterritoriality.

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Impact of European Imperialism

The establishment of new political borders with no regard for ethnic groups

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Why did the Industrial Revolution begin in England?

The availability of natural resources like coal, rivers, and a strong commercial fleet in England allowed for the development of industries.

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How did Europeans overcome African armies in imperialism?

The Maxim gun, a powerful machine gun, allowed European powers to easily defeat African armies and overcome population density.

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What was the purpose of the Berlin Conference?

The Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 addressed European rivalries over colonial expansion in Africa. It aimed to set rules for claiming colonies.

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What was the 'Jewel in the Crown' of the British Empire?

India was considered the most important and valuable colony in the British Empire due to its vast resources and strategic importance.

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How did the Sepoy Mutiny change British rule in India?

The Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 led to the British East India Company losing control of India. The British government then took direct control, establishing the British Raj.

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What helped Europeans survive malaria in colonies?

Quinine, a drug derived from the cinchona tree, helped Europeans overcome malaria, a disease prevalent in tropical colonies.

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What is Menelik II known for?

Menelik II successfully resisted Italian colonization in Ethiopia. He modernized his army and defeated the Italians in the Battle of Adwa.

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What was a direct result of the Opium Wars?

The Opium Wars forced China to sign unequal treaties with European powers, granting them trading rights and concessions.

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Which event marked the first use of tanks in battle?

The first use of tanks in warfare, a new and powerful weapon technology.

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What was the primary purpose of the Treaty of Versailles?

The Treaty of Versailles aimed to punish Germany for starting World War I and establish peace.

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What was the goal of the League of Nations created after World War I?

The League of Nations was established after World War I to promote international cooperation and prevent future wars.

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What does the term 'home front' refer to during World War I?

The 'home front' refers to the civilian population's involvement in supporting the war effort, including rationing and factory work.

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Which country was forced to pay reparations after World War I?

Germany was forced to pay reparations to the Allies after World War I as a consequence of its defeat.

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What was the objective of the German 'Schlieffen Plan' in World War I?

The Schlieffen Plan was a German strategy during World War I, aimed at quickly defeating France before focusing on Russia.

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What did the Zimmermann Telegram involve?

The Zimmermann Telegram was a secret communication from Germany to Mexico, proposing an alliance against the United States.

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What political system was established in Russia after the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917?

The Bolshevik Revolution of 1917 led to the establishment of communism in Russia, replacing the Tsarist regime.

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Russian Provisional Government's Goal After Tsar's Abdication

The Provisional Government's top priority was to remain engaged in the ongoing World War I, even amidst internal turmoil.

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Treaty of Brest-Litovsk

The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk marked the end of hostilities between Russia and Germany, allowing Russia to withdraw from WWI.

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What DID NOT Cause WWI?

Communism's rise in Russia was NOT a major factor in sparking World War I. The causes were mainly nationalism, imperialism, and militarism.

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What Led America into WWI?

The Zimmermann Telegram, intercepted by the US, revealed Germany's plan to entice Mexico into attacking the U.S., leading to America's entry into WWI.

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What Defines Trench Warfare?

Trench Warfare, a key feature of WWI, involved static, heavily fortified positions and long periods of stalemate.

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What was the 'War Guilt Clause'?

The Treaty of Versailles's 'war guilt clause' pinned full responsibility for the war on Germany, leading to harsh penalties.

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Goal of the Russian Revolution

The Russian Revolution of 1917 aimed to overthrow the monarchy and establish a communist state under the Bolsheviks' leadership.

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Who Led Fascism in Italy?

Benito Mussolini was the leader of the fascist movement in Italy, advocating extreme nationalism and state control.

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Lost Generation

The generation of young people who fought in World War I and returned home disillusioned by the war's devastation and the loss of life.

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Great Depression

A period of severe economic downturn that began in the United States in 1929 and spread globally, marked by widespread business failures, unemployment, and poverty.

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New Deal

A series of programs and reforms implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the 1930s to combat the effects of the Great Depression, aimed at providing economic relief, recovery, and reform.

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Appeasement

A policy of appeasing or giving in to the demands of an aggressor in order to avoid conflict, often used in reference to the British and French policy towards Nazi Germany in the 1930s.

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Nuremberg Laws

A set of laws passed in Nazi Germany in 1935 aimed at systematically stripping Jewish people of their citizenship and rights, isolating them from mainstream German society and foreshadowing their persecution.

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Blitzkrieg

A military tactic used by Nazi Germany in World War II involving rapid, overwhelming attacks using combined forces of tanks, infantry, and air power to break through enemy lines.

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Battle of Stalingrad

A major battle fought in World War II on the Eastern Front between the German and Soviet forces. It was the turning point in the war, marking the first strategic defeat of the German army and a shift in momentum towards the Allied victory.

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Post-World War I Disillusionment

The period following World War I characterized by disillusionment and a sense of lost faith in traditional values and institutions, reflected in the works of writers and artists of the time.

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What is the 'Final Solution'?

The systematic extermination of Jews and other minorities by Nazi Germany during World War II.

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Which country wasn't part of the Axis Powers?

The Soviet Union was not a member of the Axis Powers. The Axis Powers were Germany, Italy, and Japan.

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What was D-Day?

The Allied invasion of Normandy, France on June 6, 1944. It marked a major turning point in World War II.

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Which cities were bombed with atomic bombs?

Hiroshima and Nagasaki were the two Japanese cities that were bombed by the United States with atomic bombs in August 1945, leading to Japan's surrender and the end of World War II.

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What is the purpose of the UN?

The United Nations (UN) was formed after World War II with the main goal of maintaining international peace and security, promoting cooperation among nations, and addressing global issues.

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What was the Cold War?

The Cold War was a period of geopolitical tension and rivalry between the United States (and its allies) and the Soviet Union (and its allies) from the end of World War II until the early 1990s. It involved ideological differences and proxy conflicts but did not involve direct military conflict between the superpowers.

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What was the 'containment' policy?

The policy of 'containment' aimed to prevent the spread of communism from its established borders. The United States adopted this strategy to contain the influence of the Soviet Union during the Cold War.

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What did the Berlin Wall symbolize?

The Berlin Wall, erected in 1961, symbolized the division of Germany into two separate states: East Germany (communist) and West Germany (democratic). It became a symbol of the ideological divide between the communist East and the democratic West.

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Study Notes

Industrial Revolution in England

  • One of the main reasons for the Industrial Revolution in England was the availability of coal, rivers, and a strong commercial fleet.

European Imperialism in Africa

  • The Maxim gun enabled Europeans to overcome African armies and population density during imperialism.
  • The Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 aimed to resolve European rivalries over colonial expansion in Africa.

British Empire

  • India was the "Jewel in the Crown" of the British Empire.
  • A major result of the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 in India was the British East India Company losing control, leading to direct British rule.

New Imperialism

  • Quinine helped Europeans survive malaria.

Opium Wars in China

  • European powers gained trading rights in China through the Unequal Treaties, a direct result of the Opium Wars.

Japan's Opening to the West

  • The Treaty of Kanagawa led to Japan's opening to the West in the mid-19th century. 

Self-Strengthening Movement in China

  • The goal of the Self-Strengthening Movement in China was to strengthen China's economy through industrialization and modernization.

Industrial Revolution's Social Impact

  • The Industrial Revolution led to the emergence of the Industrial Capitalist class, a new middle class, and a working class.
  • It led to increased production, but also poor working conditions, long hours, and child labor, especially within the factory system.
  • Urbanization during the Industrial Revolution resulted in rapid city growth, often with poor sanitation and overcrowding, but limited impact on population growth.

Factory System Problems

  • Child labor, long hours, and hazardous work environments were problems within the factory system during the Industrial Revolution.
  • Labor unions arose to respond to the conditions of workers.

Ideologies

  • Utilitarianism argued that the government should intervene in economic affairs to promote the greatest good for the greatest number.
  • Karl Marx's "Communist Manifesto" advocated for the overthrow of the bourgeoisie by the proletariat.

New Imperialism Motives

  • European imperialism in Africa was motivated by the need for new sources of raw materials and markets for manufactured goods.

British Raj

  • The British Raj refers to the period of British rule in India after the Sepoy Mutiny.

Scramble for Africa

  • The Scramble for Africa refers to European nations' rush to colonize Africa in the late 19th century.

Opium Wars in China: Results

  • The Opium Wars led to China being forced to sign the Unequal Treaties.

Meiji Restoration

  • The Meiji Restoration led to Japan becoming a colonial power and modernizing its military.

World War I

  • The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand directly triggered World War I.
  • The Triple Alliance (Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy) existed prior to World War I.
  • The "Entente Powers" (France, Russia, and Great Britain) opposed the Central Powers during World War I.
  • Italy joined the Allies in World War One.
  • The Germans were forced to pay reparations.
  • The "Schlieffen Plan" was a German strategy in World War I to defeat France before focusing on Russia.
  • The Zimmermann Telegram was a secret communication proposing a German-Mexican alliance.
  • The Bolshevik Revolution created Communism in Russia.
  • The "war guilt clause" in the Treaty of Versailles placed the blame for World War I solely on Germany.
  • Trench Warfare was a key characteristic of World War I.

World War II

  • The "Final Solution" was the Nazi plan to systematically exterminate Jews and other minorities.
  • The Axis Powers in World War II included Germany, Italy, and Japan.
  • The D-Day invasion, also known as Operation Overlord, took place on June 6, 1944.
  • The dropping of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki led to the end of World War II in the Pacific.

Cold War

  • The Cold War involved rivalry and tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union.
  • The goal of containment was to prevent the spread of communism beyond its existing borders.
  • The Berlin Wall symbolized the division of Germany during the Cold War.

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