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Which ethnic group is associated with the development of apartheid in South Africa?
Which ethnic group is associated with the development of apartheid in South Africa?
What was the primary purpose of the Berlin Conference?
What was the primary purpose of the Berlin Conference?
What does the term 'chattel' refer to in the context of slavery?
What does the term 'chattel' refer to in the context of slavery?
Which practice involves a minority group adopting the customs of a dominant group?
Which practice involves a minority group adopting the customs of a dominant group?
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What economic system is characterized by private ownership and profit generation?
What economic system is characterized by private ownership and profit generation?
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Which Indigenous people were driven to extinction by European settlers in Newfoundland?
Which Indigenous people were driven to extinction by European settlers in Newfoundland?
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During which historical period was child labour especially prevalent due to exploitative work conditions?
During which historical period was child labour especially prevalent due to exploitative work conditions?
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What was a significant outcome of the Boer War?
What was a significant outcome of the Boer War?
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What societal model promotes the coexistence of multiple cultural groups that contribute to a national culture while retaining their unique identities?
What societal model promotes the coexistence of multiple cultural groups that contribute to a national culture while retaining their unique identities?
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Which phenomenon is characterized by a decline in industrial activity in a region usually due to shifts to service-oriented economies?
Which phenomenon is characterized by a decline in industrial activity in a region usually due to shifts to service-oriented economies?
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Which term describes the systematic extermination of a national or ethnic group?
Which term describes the systematic extermination of a national or ethnic group?
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What is the primary focus of Eurocentrism in a global context?
What is the primary focus of Eurocentrism in a global context?
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Which court system was established in Rwanda to promote reconciliation after the 1994 genocide?
Which court system was established in Rwanda to promote reconciliation after the 1994 genocide?
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What role did the Hudson’s Bay Company primarily play in North America?
What role did the Hudson’s Bay Company primarily play in North America?
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What is defined as the assistance one country provides to another to promote development?
What is defined as the assistance one country provides to another to promote development?
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Which of the following is a direct consequence of European diseases introduced to the Americas?
Which of the following is a direct consequence of European diseases introduced to the Americas?
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What does the concept of cultural mosaic emphasize in a diverse society?
What does the concept of cultural mosaic emphasize in a diverse society?
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Which process refers to the increasing interconnectedness that began with European exploration and colonization?
Which process refers to the increasing interconnectedness that began with European exploration and colonization?
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Which term describes individuals from a nation that is at war with the host country, often viewed with suspicion?
Which term describes individuals from a nation that is at war with the host country, often viewed with suspicion?
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Which financial organization is known for providing microloans to help alleviate poverty, particularly for women?
Which financial organization is known for providing microloans to help alleviate poverty, particularly for women?
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What effect did cultural pluralism have on early American society, especially regarding immigrant groups?
What effect did cultural pluralism have on early American society, especially regarding immigrant groups?
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What is the primary characteristic of indentured labor?
What is the primary characteristic of indentured labor?
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Which statement accurately describes the Indian Act in Canada?
Which statement accurately describes the Indian Act in Canada?
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What does the term ‘Indigenous people’ refer to?
What does the term ‘Indigenous people’ refer to?
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What was a significant outcome of the Industrial Revolution?
What was a significant outcome of the Industrial Revolution?
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What does the term ‘internment’ typically involve?
What does the term ‘internment’ typically involve?
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What is the definition of 'land claims' as it pertains to Indigenous groups?
What is the definition of 'land claims' as it pertains to Indigenous groups?
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What does 'mercantilism' emphasize in economic policy?
What does 'mercantilism' emphasize in economic policy?
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What does the 'Middle Passage' refer to in the history of slavery?
What does the 'Middle Passage' refer to in the history of slavery?
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How is a monopoly characterized in an economic context?
How is a monopoly characterized in an economic context?
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What is the primary purpose of multiculturalism as a social policy?
What is the primary purpose of multiculturalism as a social policy?
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What is a main characteristic of a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)?
What is a main characteristic of a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)?
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What was a significant aspect of residential schools in North America?
What was a significant aspect of residential schools in North America?
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What best describes the concept of 'legacy' in historical contexts?
What best describes the concept of 'legacy' in historical contexts?
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What was the primary objective of the Silk Road?
What was the primary objective of the Silk Road?
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What was the primary reason for the Soweto Uprising in 1976?
What was the primary reason for the Soweto Uprising in 1976?
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How did the international community respond to the violent repression during the Soweto Uprising?
How did the international community respond to the violent repression during the Soweto Uprising?
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What significant political change occurred in Myanmar in 2015?
What significant political change occurred in Myanmar in 2015?
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What was a notable outcome of Aung San Suu Kyi's political struggle?
What was a notable outcome of Aung San Suu Kyi's political struggle?
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What was the duration of Aung San Suu Kyi's house arrest imposed by the military junta?
What was the duration of Aung San Suu Kyi's house arrest imposed by the military junta?
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What was a primary consequence of the Triangular Trade?
What was a primary consequence of the Triangular Trade?
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Which of the following describes the main role of Romeo Dallaire during the Rwandan Genocide?
Which of the following describes the main role of Romeo Dallaire during the Rwandan Genocide?
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What was Bartolomé de Las Casas's initial stance on the Spanish colonization of the Americas?
What was Bartolomé de Las Casas's initial stance on the Spanish colonization of the Americas?
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What can be attributed to the rise of the middle class during the 19th century?
What can be attributed to the rise of the middle class during the 19th century?
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Which event marked the beginning of widespread European colonization in the Americas?
Which event marked the beginning of widespread European colonization in the Americas?
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Which of the following statements about the Rwandan Genocide is true?
Which of the following statements about the Rwandan Genocide is true?
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What ideology is encapsulated by the term 'White Man’s Burden'?
What ideology is encapsulated by the term 'White Man’s Burden'?
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What was the primary effect of the Quiet Revolution in Quebec?
What was the primary effect of the Quiet Revolution in Quebec?
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Which invention is Johannes Gutenberg credited with introducing to Europe?
Which invention is Johannes Gutenberg credited with introducing to Europe?
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What was a significant outcome of India gaining independence in 1947?
What was a significant outcome of India gaining independence in 1947?
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During the Seven Years' War, which nations were primarily involved in the global conflict?
During the Seven Years' War, which nations were primarily involved in the global conflict?
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What characterized the Scramble for Africa during the late 19th century?
What characterized the Scramble for Africa during the late 19th century?
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What was a significant aspect of Mahatma Gandhi's approach to India's independence movement?
What was a significant aspect of Mahatma Gandhi's approach to India's independence movement?
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Which of the following leaders became South Africa's first Black president?
Which of the following leaders became South Africa's first Black president?
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Study Notes
Terms and Concepts
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Afrikaner: South African ethnic group descended from Dutch settlers (Boers), speaking Afrikaans. Played a significant role in apartheid.
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Apartheid: A South African policy of racial segregation and discrimination (1948-early 1990s). Legitimized white minority rule and oppressed non-white populations.
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Assimilation: Process where a minority group adopts the customs, culture, and norms of a dominant group. Example: Indigenous children in residential schools.
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Beothuk: Newfoundland Indigenous people driven to extinction by European settlers in the 19th century, displaced and ultimately disappeared by the early 1800s.
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Berlin Conference: 1884-1885 European meeting to divide Africa into colonies, ignoring indigenous cultures and borders. Sparked the "Scramble for Africa."
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Boer: Dutch-descended South African settler, involved in the Great Trek establishing independent Boer republics; the Boer War (1899-1902) was fought over control of South Africa.
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Capitalism: Economic system based on private ownership of production means to create goods and services for profit. The United States example.
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Chattel: Movable personal property; in slavery, slaves were treated as property. American South example.
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Child Labour: Exploitation of children for work, often hazardous, denying childhood and education. Industrial Revolution example.
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Cultural Mosaic: A society where different cultural groups coexist and retain distinct identities, contributing to a diverse national identity (Canada example).
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Cultural Pluralism: Societal model encouraging the coexistence of different cultural groups & preserving their identities (early US example).
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Deindustrialization: Decline in industrial activity (e.g., due to technology, outsourcing) often shifting to service economies. 1970s/80s American cities like Detroit.
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Depopulation: Reduction in population (e.g., migration, disease, low birthrates). Rural areas in Japan due to low birthrates and urban migration.
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Enemy Aliens: People from a nation at war with a country, often treated with suspicion or detained during times of war. German Canadians in WWI example.
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Ethnocentrism/Eurocentrism: Ethnocentrism is believing one's culture is superior; Eurocentrism focuses on European culture as central. Spread of European culture through colonialism.
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European Diseases: Diseases (smallpox, measles) brought by Europeans to the Americas. Massive population loss among indigenous populations due to lack of immunity.
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Foreign Aid: Assistance from one country to another (financial, food, expertise) to promote development or humanitarian aid. The US example.
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Gacaca Courts: Rwanda's community-based courts post-1994 genocide, addressing crimes and promoting reconciliation. Rwandans participated in the Gacaca courts.
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Genocide: Deliberate and systematic extermination of a national, ethnic, racial, or religious group. The Holocaust example
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Grameen Bank: Microfinance organization in Bangladesh. Provides small loans to the poor, particularly women, to start businesses. Assisted millions escape poverty through entrepreneurship.
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Grand Exchange: Exchange (goods, ideas, diseases, technologies) between the Old World (Europe, Asia, Africa) and New World (Americas) post-Columbus voyages. Transfer of crops (maize, potatoes) and animals (horses).
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Gross Domestic Product (GDP): Total value of goods and services produced within a country in a year. China has rapid GDP growth.
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Gross National Income (GNI): Total income earned by a nation’s residents (domestic and international). Remittances included. The US example.
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Historical Globalization: Increasing interconnectedness and exchange between cultures & economies, starting with European exploration and colonization.
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Hudson’s Bay Company: British company (1670) that played a major role in the North American fur trade, influencing Canada's history. Key to early Canadian settlements.
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Hutus: Rwandan and Burundi ethnic group, historically in conflict with the Tutsi group. 1994 Rwandan genocide resulted in hundreds of thousands deaths.
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Immigration Act: Laws governing immigrant entry, residence, and rights in a country. Canada's 1976 Immigration Act example
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Imperialism: Policy of extending a country's power and dominance through territorial acquisition or influencing other nations' political/economic relations. British imperialism in India.
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Indentured Labour: Individuals work for a specified time for passage to a new country, often under harsh conditions. Indian workers to Caribbean sugar plantations.
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Indian Act: Canadian law regulating Indigenous peoples' status and rights. Criticized for discriminatory policies. Restricted Indigenous rights.
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Indigenous Peoples: Original inhabitants of a region, with distinct cultures, languages, and traditions that predate colonialism. Cree, Anishinaabe examples.
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Industrial Revolution: Period of rapid industrialization in the 18th and 19th centuries, with new technologies and factories. The steam engine and mass production.
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Internment: Forced relocation and confinement of individuals based on ethnicity or nationality, often during war. Japanese Canadians in WWII internment camps.
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Kashmir: South Asian region contested between India and Pakistan, with both claiming sovereignty.
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Land Claims: Indigenous groups' legal assertion to traditionally occupied land, seeking recognition and compensation. Nisga'a Treaty example
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Legacy: Impact of historical events or actions. Colonialism's legacy in economic disparities and political instability.
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Mercantilism: Economic theory/practice where nations export more than they import to hoard wealth, often through colonial exploitation. European nations example.
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Middle Passage: The forced transatlantic journey of enslaved Africans to the Americas. Part of the triangular trade route. Many enslaved people died during this journey.
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Monopoly: Market structure where a single company controls supply; eliminates competition. Microsoft example (accused).
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Multiculturalism: Social policy/ideology promoting the coexistence of diverse cultural groups, emphasizing inclusion and respect. Canada's multiculturalism policy.
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NGO: Non-profit organization, operating independently of government. Doctors Without Borders is an example
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Plantation: Large-scale farm in tropical/subtropical regions, growing single commercial crops (sugar, cotton, tobacco) historically relied on enslaved or indentured labor. Caribbean and American South sugar plantations.
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Residential Schools: Institutions where Indigenous children were forcibly removed from families and cultures. Aimed to assimilate into European ways of life (Canada and US examples), causing lasting harm and intergenerational trauma.
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Silk Road/Silk Route: Network of trade routes connecting China to Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, facilitated exchange of goods, culture, and ideas. From 2nd century BCE to 15th century.
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Slave Labor: Forced labor where persons are coerced into work against their will. Enslaved people treated as property, not workers. Cotton plantations example.
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Statement of Reconciliation: Formal declaration acknowledging past wrongs to make amends, often issued by governments/institutions. Canadian government Statement of Reconciliation.
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Status Indian: Legal designation in Canada for Indigenous people registered under the Indian Act, granting specific rights and benefits. Legal access to health services and land.
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Triangular Trade: Transatlantic trade route (16th-19th centuries) exchanging goods for enslaved Africans, transporting to the Americas to be sold, and returning with items produced by enslaved labor. European goods for Africans, Africans to Americas, goods from Americas to Europe.
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Tutsis: Rwandan and Burundi ethnic group, traditionally more politically and economically privileged than Hutus. Primary victims of the 1994 Rwandan genocide (800,000 deaths).
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White Man’s Burden: Colonialist idea that white Europeans had a duty to "civilize" and "modernize" non-Western people. Justified imperialism.
Individuals
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Christopher Columbus: Italian explorer credited with opening the Americas to European colonization.
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Romeo Dallaire: Canadian military officer and humanitarian; headed UN peacekeeping mission during the Rwandan Genocide. Acted as a vocal advocate for genocide prevention.
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Bartolomé de Las Casas: Spanish missionary and historian; outspoken critic of the mistreatment of Indigenous people in the Americas. Initial supporter of the encomienda system before becoming an advocate for improved treatment.
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Mohandas Gandhi: Indian independence leader who used nonviolent civil disobedience. Led Indian independence movement. Salt March of 1930 as an example.
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Johannes Gutenberg: German inventor who introduced movable-type printing, revolutionizing knowledge spread. Printed books like the Gutenberg Bible.
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Nelson Mandela: South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, leader; first Black president of South Africa. Fought against apartheid, imprisoned for 27 years, earning a Nobel Peace Prize for reconciliation and peace-building initiatives.
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Aung San Suu Kyi: Burmese political leader, Nobel Peace Prize laureate; nonviolent struggle for democracy and human rights. Became de facto leader of Myanmar after the National League for Democracy win in 2015. She faced near fifteen years of house arrest.
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Independence Of India: Process of India gaining freedom from British rule in 1947. Largely a result of nonviolent protests.
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Quiet Revolution: Period of intense socio-political and cultural change in Quebec during the 1960s. Marked by secularization, modernization, and Quebec nationalism.
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Rise of the Middle Class: Historical development in the 19th and 20th centuries. Result of economic growth and industrialization. Expanded the middle class.
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Rwandan Genocide: 1994 mass slaughter of Tutsis and moderate Hutus by the extremist Hutu government. Led to approximately 800,000 deaths.
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Scramble for Africa: Period of rapid colonization of Africa by European powers following the Berlin Conference. Almost all of Africa was divided into colonies by the early 20th century.
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Seven Years' War: 1756-1763 global conflict involving major European powers. First "world war" fought in Europe, North America, South America, Africa, and Asia.
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Soweto Uprising: Student protests in Soweto, South Africa (1976) protesting apartheid's language policy (Afrikaans). Widespread protests resulted in many deaths.
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This quiz explores key terms and concepts related to apartheid and colonial history in South Africa and Newfoundland. Learn about the Afrikaners, the Beothuk, and significant events like the Berlin Conference that shaped these histories.
