Question
1. Which country proposed the Open Door Policy?
2. What was the goal of the Schlieffen Plan?
3. Define the Boxer Rebellion:
4. What was Germany’s U Boat strategy?
5. Initially the US played what role in WWI?
6. Whose assassination led to the outbreak of WWI?
7. When was armistice agreed to by Germany?
8. What was the result of the First Opium War?
9. What was the impact of interchangeable parts?
10. How did increased agricultural production play a role in the industrial revolution?
11. Who was known as the Sun King? Why?
12. Define Meiji Restoration:
13. Define Realpolitik:
14. Who were the three main leaders or Italian unification?
15. What was the result of the first Battle of the Marne?
16. What did Bismarck mean by “blood and iron”?
17. The Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen did not extend to whom?
18. Define Treaty of Nanjing?
19. How were European nations able to extend their control over Asia and Africa?
20. What event brought William and Mary to throne in England?
21. Why did Britain begin exporting Opium to China?
22. Who made up the Triple Entente?
23. What was the Zimmerman Note?
24. Define Total War:
25. What theory gave Absolute Monarchs their power?
26. Which legislative body was in place when Napoleon seized power in France?
27. Summarize Napoleons invasion of Russia.
28. How was Britain able to industrialize?
29. For what purpose did Louis XVI call a meeting of the Estates General in 1789, eventually leading to the French Revolution?
30. Why did the French people welcome Napoleon?
31. What were the ideas of John Locke? Thomas Hobbes?
32. What were the effects of the Factory System?
33. Which country was the first to industrialize?
34. What event led the British government to take control of India?
35. What was the result of trench warfare?
36. How would you describe Germanys position for much of WWI?
37. What helped speed up the industrial revolution? Slow down?
38. What are the three types of nationalist movements?
39. Define Nationalism:
40. What area of the world did Britain focus on after losing the Americas?
41. By 1914, who controlled Africa?
42. What were the major impacts of the Panama Canal?
43. Two fronts of WWI:
44. How was the Homefront impacted by WWI?
45. What was the New Deal? Who proposed it?
46. Why did Japanese forces invade Manchuria?
47. How did Stalin react to the failure of collectivization?
48. What invention aided the British in defending against German air attacks?
49. Why was the Soviet Union surprised by Germany’s attack in 1941?
50. What event brought the US into WWII?
51. What was the outcome of the Siege of Leningrad?
52. What was the significance of the Battle of Coral Sea?
53. Why did the Allies plan an invasion of Western Europe?
54. Goal of the Yalta Conference –
55. Events of D-Day –
56. What was the turning point of WWII for the Soviets?
57. Define Marshall Plan –
58. Define Berlin Blockade –
59. Define Deterrence –
60. Define Mutually Assured Destruction –
61. How did the Cold War end?
62. Why did Soviet Leaders seek to control Eastern Europe?
63. What was the Iron Curtain?
64. What was the US goal in Korea?
65. The French controlled what colonies before WWII?
66. Effects of the Arms Race –
67. Define NATO –
68. Define Warsaw Pact –
69. Events of the Space Race –
70. What was the Ho Chi Minh Trail?
71. What was the Great Purge? Led by who?
72. Define Nuremberg Laws –
73. Events that began WWII –
74. What happened at the Battle of Stalingrad?
75. What reasoning did the Japanese have to attack the United States?
76. Why was the decision to use the Atomic Bomb made?
77. What was the final solution? Where were most camps?
2. What was the goal of the Schlieffen Plan?
3. Define the Boxer Rebellion:
4. What was Germany’s U Boat strategy?
5. Initially the US played what role in WWI?
6. Whose assassination led to the outbreak of WWI?
7. When was armistice agreed to by Germany?
8. What was the result of the First Opium War?
9. What was the impact of interchangeable parts?
10. How did increased agricultural production play a role in the industrial revolution?
11. Who was known as the Sun King? Why?
12. Define Meiji Restoration:
13. Define Realpolitik:
14. Who were the three main leaders or Italian unification?
15. What was the result of the first Battle of the Marne?
16. What did Bismarck mean by “blood and iron”?
17. The Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen did not extend to whom?
18. Define Treaty of Nanjing?
19. How were European nations able to extend their control over Asia and Africa?
20. What event brought William and Mary to throne in England?
21. Why did Britain begin exporting Opium to China?
22. Who made up the Triple Entente?
23. What was the Zimmerman Note?
24. Define Total War:
25. What theory gave Absolute Monarchs their power?
26. Which legislative body was in place when Napoleon seized power in France?
27. Summarize Napoleons invasion of Russia.
28. How was Britain able to industrialize?
29. For what purpose did Louis XVI call a meeting of the Estates General in 1789, eventually leading to the French Revolution?
30. Why did the French people welcome Napoleon?
31. What were the ideas of John Locke? Thomas Hobbes?
32. What were the effects of the Factory System?
33. Which country was the first to industrialize?
34. What event led the British government to take control of India?
35. What was the result of trench warfare?
36. How would you describe Germanys position for much of WWI?
37. What helped speed up the industrial revolution? Slow down?
38. What are the three types of nationalist movements?
39. Define Nationalism:
40. What area of the world did Britain focus on after losing the Americas?
41. By 1914, who controlled Africa?
42. What were the major impacts of the Panama Canal?
43. Two fronts of WWI:
44. How was the Homefront impacted by WWI?
45. What was the New Deal? Who proposed it?
46. Why did Japanese forces invade Manchuria?
47. How did Stalin react to the failure of collectivization?
48. What invention aided the British in defending against German air attacks?
49. Why was the Soviet Union surprised by Germany’s attack in 1941?
50. What event brought the US into WWII?
51. What was the outcome of the Siege of Leningrad?
52. What was the significance of the Battle of Coral Sea?
53. Why did the Allies plan an invasion of Western Europe?
54. Goal of the Yalta Conference –
55. Events of D-Day –
56. What was the turning point of WWII for the Soviets?
57. Define Marshall Plan –
58. Define Berlin Blockade –
59. Define Deterrence –
60. Define Mutually Assured Destruction –
61. How did the Cold War end?
62. Why did Soviet Leaders seek to control Eastern Europe?
63. What was the Iron Curtain?
64. What was the US goal in Korea?
65. The French controlled what colonies before WWII?
66. Effects of the Arms Race –
67. Define NATO –
68. Define Warsaw Pact –
69. Events of the Space Race –
70. What was the Ho Chi Minh Trail?
71. What was the Great Purge? Led by who?
72. Define Nuremberg Laws –
73. Events that began WWII –
74. What happened at the Battle of Stalingrad?
75. What reasoning did the Japanese have to attack the United States?
76. Why was the decision to use the Atomic Bomb made?
77. What was the final solution? Where were most camps?
Answers
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1. The Open Door Policy was proposed by the United States.
2. The goal of the Schlieffen Plan was to quickly defeat France in the west and then turn to fight Russia in the east, thereby avoiding a two-front war for Germany.
3. The Boxer Rebellion was a violent anti-foreign, anti-colonial uprising in China from 1899 to 1901, aimed at overthrowing the Qing dynasty and expelling foreign influence.
4. Germany's U-boat strategy involved the use of submarines to enforce a blockade against the Allies by sinking merchant ships supplying Britain and its allies.
5. Initially, the US played a neutral role in World War I, trying to mediate peace without directly entering the conflict.
6. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary led to the outbreak of World War I.
7. Armistice was agreed to by Germany on November 11, 1918.
8. The result of the First Opium War (1839-1842) was the Treaty of Nanjing, which ceded Hong Kong to Britain and opened several ports to British trade.
9. The impact of interchangeable parts was that it revolutionized manufacturing, allowing for mass production and easier repairs of goods by standardizing components.
10. Increased agricultural production freed up labor, enabled population growth, and supplied more food to urban workers, thus supporting the Industrial Revolution.
11. Louis XIV of France was known as the Sun King because he considered himself the center of the universe and a symbol of absolute power.
12. The Meiji Restoration was a period of rapid modernization and industrialization in Japan, beginning in 1868, where the imperial government sought to transform Japan into a major world power.
13. Realpolitik is a political philosophy that emphasizes practical and pragmatic approaches to politics, often prioritizing power over ideology or moral considerations.
14. The three main leaders of Italian unification were Giuseppe Garibaldi, Count Camillo di Cavour, and King Victor Emmanuel II.
15. The result of the First Battle of the Marne was a decisive Allied victory that halted the German advance into France and led to trench warfare.
16. Bismarck's phrase "blood and iron" emphasized the necessity of using military force and industrial power for the unification of Germany.
17. The Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen did not extend rights to women or slaves.
18. The Treaty of Nanjing (1842) was the first unequal treaty between China and Western powers, ending the First Opium War and imposing significant concessions on China.
19. European nations extended their control over Asia and Africa through military conquest, colonization, and the establishment of trade relations.
20. The Glorious Revolution of 1688 brought William and Mary to the throne in England, legitimizing their rule over James II.
21. Britain began exporting opium to China to balance trade deficits caused by high demand for Chinese tea, silks, and porcelain.
22. The Triple Entente was made up of France, Russia, and Great Britain.
23. The Zimmermann Note was a secret proposal from Germany to Mexico for a military alliance against the United States in exchange for the return of territories lost to the US.
24. Total War is a war strategy where a country mobilizes all available resources, including civilians and economy, to defeat an enemy.
25. The theory that gave absolute monarchs their power is known as the Divine Right of Kings.
26. The legislative body in place when Napoleon seized power in France was the Directory.
27. Napoleon’s invasion of Russia in 1812 was disastrous; his Grand Army faced severe losses due to harsh weather, logistical issues, and Russian tactics of scorched earth and attrition.
28. Britain was able to industrialize due to its access to resources (like coal and iron), a stable political environment, and advancements in technology.
29. Louis XVI called a meeting of the Estates General in 1789 primarily to address the financial crisis and taxation issues facing France.
30. The French people welcomed Napoleon because he promised stability and order after the chaos of the Revolution.
31. John Locke believed in natural rights (life, liberty, property) and government’s role to protect them, while Thomas Hobbes believed in a strong central authority to prevent chaos and protect people from their own nature.
32. The effects of the Factory System included increased production efficiency, urbanization, and the rise of wage labor, often accompanied by poor working conditions.
33. Britain was the first country to industrialize.
34. The Sepoy Mutiny (or Indian Rebellion of 1857) led the British government to take control of India.
35. The result of trench warfare was a stalemate on the Western Front, heavy casualties, and widespread destruction.
36. Germany’s position for much of World War I was one of initial success, followed by a prolonged struggle against the Allies, ultimately leading to defeat.
37. The steam engine and assembly line helped speed up the industrial revolution, while political instability and war could slow it down.
38. The three types of nationalist movements are unification, separation, and state-building.
39. Nationalism is a political ideology that emphasizes the interests and culture of a particular nation, often leading to the desire for independence or greater autonomy.
40. After losing the Americas, Britain focused on expanding its empire in Africa and Asia.
41. By 1914, Europe controlled much of Africa, with colonial powers including Britain, France, Germany, Portugal, Belgium, and Italy dominating the continent.
42. The major impacts of the Panama Canal included facilitating maritime trade by providing a shortcut between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and boosting the economies of the countries involved.
43. The two fronts of WWI were the Western Front (mainly in France and Belgium) and the Eastern Front (mainly in Eastern Europe).
44. The Homefront was impacted by WWI through mobilization of industry for war production, rationing, and increased roles for women and minorities in the workforce.
45. The New Deal was a series of programs and reforms aimed at addressing the Great Depression, proposed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
46. Japanese forces invaded Manchuria in 1931 to secure resources and territory, driven by imperial ambitions.
47. Stalin reacted to the failure of collectivization with increased repression, showing brutality against peasants, who resisted the policy.
48. The invention of radar aided the British in defending against German air attacks.
49. The Soviet Union was surprised by Germany’s attack in 1941 due to the non-aggression pact (Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact) and misconceptions about Hitler's intentions.
50. The event that brought the US into WWII was the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
51. The outcome of the Siege of Leningrad (1941-1944) was significant civilian casualties and suffering, with the city eventually holding out against the German siege.
52. The significance of the Battle of Coral Sea in May 1942 was that it was the first naval battle fought entirely by aircraft, marking the halt of Japanese expansion in the Pacific.
53. The Allies planned an invasion of Western Europe to liberate Nazi-occupied territories and open a new front against Germany.
54. The goal of the Yalta Conference (1945) was to discuss the post-war reorganization of Europe and the establishment of peace.
55. Events of D-Day (June 6, 1944) involved the Allied invasion of Normandy, where troops landed on the beaches and established a foothold in Europe.
56. The turning point of WWII for the Soviets was the Battle of Stalingrad, which marked the beginning of a major offensive push against German forces.
57. The Marshall Plan was a US program initiated in 1948 aimed at providing economic aid to European countries to rebuild after WWII.
58. The Berlin Blockade (1948-1949) was a Soviet attempt to cut off access to West Berlin, leading to the Berlin Airlift by the Allies to supply the city.
59. Deterrence is the diplomatic or military strategy aimed at preventing aggression by demonstrating the capability and readiness to respond forcefully.
60. Mutually Assured Destruction refers to the military doctrine during the Cold War where both the US and the Soviet Union possessed enough nuclear weapons to destroy each other in the event of war.
61. The Cold War ended with the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, marked by the fall of communist regimes in Eastern Europe and the end of the arms race.
62. Soviet leaders sought to control Eastern Europe to create a buffer zone of friendly states, enhance security, and spread communist ideology.
63. The Iron Curtain was a term used to describe the division between Western democratic nations and Eastern communist nations during the Cold War.
64. The US goal in Korea was to contain the spread of communism and support the democratic government of South Korea against invasion by the North.
65. The French controlled several colonies before WWII, including Indochina (Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia), Algeria, and parts of the Caribbean and Africa.
66. The effects of the Arms Race included increased military expenditures, developments of nuclear arsenals, and heightened tensions between the superpowers.
67. NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) is a military alliance formed in 1949 among Western countries for mutual defense against aggression.
68. The Warsaw Pact was a military alliance formed in 1955 between the Soviet Union and Eastern Bloc countries as a response to NATO.
69. Events of the Space Race included the launch of Sputnik by the Soviets in 1957, the US Moon landing in 1969, and various missions aimed at demonstrating technological and military superiority.
70. The Ho Chi Minh Trail was a network of supply routes used by North Vietnam to transport troops and supplies to the Viet Cong in South Vietnam during the Vietnam War.
71. The Great Purge was a campaign of political repression in the Soviet Union from 1936 to 1938, led by Joseph Stalin, targeting perceived enemies of the state.
72. The Nuremberg Laws were anti-Semitic laws enacted in Nazi Germany in 1935 that stripped Jews of their citizenship and rights.
73. Events that began WWII include Germany's invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939, prompting Britain and France to declare war.
74. At the Battle of Stalingrad, the Soviet Union encircled and defeated the German Sixth Army, marking a major turning point in the Eastern Front.
75. The Japanese attacked the United States due to increasing tensions over US sanctions and embargoes, particularly regarding oil and trade, which threatened Japan's expansion.
76. The decision to use the Atomic Bomb was made to bring a swift end to the war with Japan, potentially saving more lives than a protracted invasion.
77. The final solution was the Nazi plan for the systematic extermination of the Jewish people during the Holocaust, with most camps located in occupied Poland and Nazi Germany.
2. The goal of the Schlieffen Plan was to quickly defeat France in the west and then turn to fight Russia in the east, thereby avoiding a two-front war for Germany.
3. The Boxer Rebellion was a violent anti-foreign, anti-colonial uprising in China from 1899 to 1901, aimed at overthrowing the Qing dynasty and expelling foreign influence.
4. Germany's U-boat strategy involved the use of submarines to enforce a blockade against the Allies by sinking merchant ships supplying Britain and its allies.
5. Initially, the US played a neutral role in World War I, trying to mediate peace without directly entering the conflict.
6. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary led to the outbreak of World War I.
7. Armistice was agreed to by Germany on November 11, 1918.
8. The result of the First Opium War (1839-1842) was the Treaty of Nanjing, which ceded Hong Kong to Britain and opened several ports to British trade.
9. The impact of interchangeable parts was that it revolutionized manufacturing, allowing for mass production and easier repairs of goods by standardizing components.
10. Increased agricultural production freed up labor, enabled population growth, and supplied more food to urban workers, thus supporting the Industrial Revolution.
11. Louis XIV of France was known as the Sun King because he considered himself the center of the universe and a symbol of absolute power.
12. The Meiji Restoration was a period of rapid modernization and industrialization in Japan, beginning in 1868, where the imperial government sought to transform Japan into a major world power.
13. Realpolitik is a political philosophy that emphasizes practical and pragmatic approaches to politics, often prioritizing power over ideology or moral considerations.
14. The three main leaders of Italian unification were Giuseppe Garibaldi, Count Camillo di Cavour, and King Victor Emmanuel II.
15. The result of the First Battle of the Marne was a decisive Allied victory that halted the German advance into France and led to trench warfare.
16. Bismarck's phrase "blood and iron" emphasized the necessity of using military force and industrial power for the unification of Germany.
17. The Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen did not extend rights to women or slaves.
18. The Treaty of Nanjing (1842) was the first unequal treaty between China and Western powers, ending the First Opium War and imposing significant concessions on China.
19. European nations extended their control over Asia and Africa through military conquest, colonization, and the establishment of trade relations.
20. The Glorious Revolution of 1688 brought William and Mary to the throne in England, legitimizing their rule over James II.
21. Britain began exporting opium to China to balance trade deficits caused by high demand for Chinese tea, silks, and porcelain.
22. The Triple Entente was made up of France, Russia, and Great Britain.
23. The Zimmermann Note was a secret proposal from Germany to Mexico for a military alliance against the United States in exchange for the return of territories lost to the US.
24. Total War is a war strategy where a country mobilizes all available resources, including civilians and economy, to defeat an enemy.
25. The theory that gave absolute monarchs their power is known as the Divine Right of Kings.
26. The legislative body in place when Napoleon seized power in France was the Directory.
27. Napoleon’s invasion of Russia in 1812 was disastrous; his Grand Army faced severe losses due to harsh weather, logistical issues, and Russian tactics of scorched earth and attrition.
28. Britain was able to industrialize due to its access to resources (like coal and iron), a stable political environment, and advancements in technology.
29. Louis XVI called a meeting of the Estates General in 1789 primarily to address the financial crisis and taxation issues facing France.
30. The French people welcomed Napoleon because he promised stability and order after the chaos of the Revolution.
31. John Locke believed in natural rights (life, liberty, property) and government’s role to protect them, while Thomas Hobbes believed in a strong central authority to prevent chaos and protect people from their own nature.
32. The effects of the Factory System included increased production efficiency, urbanization, and the rise of wage labor, often accompanied by poor working conditions.
33. Britain was the first country to industrialize.
34. The Sepoy Mutiny (or Indian Rebellion of 1857) led the British government to take control of India.
35. The result of trench warfare was a stalemate on the Western Front, heavy casualties, and widespread destruction.
36. Germany’s position for much of World War I was one of initial success, followed by a prolonged struggle against the Allies, ultimately leading to defeat.
37. The steam engine and assembly line helped speed up the industrial revolution, while political instability and war could slow it down.
38. The three types of nationalist movements are unification, separation, and state-building.
39. Nationalism is a political ideology that emphasizes the interests and culture of a particular nation, often leading to the desire for independence or greater autonomy.
40. After losing the Americas, Britain focused on expanding its empire in Africa and Asia.
41. By 1914, Europe controlled much of Africa, with colonial powers including Britain, France, Germany, Portugal, Belgium, and Italy dominating the continent.
42. The major impacts of the Panama Canal included facilitating maritime trade by providing a shortcut between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and boosting the economies of the countries involved.
43. The two fronts of WWI were the Western Front (mainly in France and Belgium) and the Eastern Front (mainly in Eastern Europe).
44. The Homefront was impacted by WWI through mobilization of industry for war production, rationing, and increased roles for women and minorities in the workforce.
45. The New Deal was a series of programs and reforms aimed at addressing the Great Depression, proposed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
46. Japanese forces invaded Manchuria in 1931 to secure resources and territory, driven by imperial ambitions.
47. Stalin reacted to the failure of collectivization with increased repression, showing brutality against peasants, who resisted the policy.
48. The invention of radar aided the British in defending against German air attacks.
49. The Soviet Union was surprised by Germany’s attack in 1941 due to the non-aggression pact (Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact) and misconceptions about Hitler's intentions.
50. The event that brought the US into WWII was the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
51. The outcome of the Siege of Leningrad (1941-1944) was significant civilian casualties and suffering, with the city eventually holding out against the German siege.
52. The significance of the Battle of Coral Sea in May 1942 was that it was the first naval battle fought entirely by aircraft, marking the halt of Japanese expansion in the Pacific.
53. The Allies planned an invasion of Western Europe to liberate Nazi-occupied territories and open a new front against Germany.
54. The goal of the Yalta Conference (1945) was to discuss the post-war reorganization of Europe and the establishment of peace.
55. Events of D-Day (June 6, 1944) involved the Allied invasion of Normandy, where troops landed on the beaches and established a foothold in Europe.
56. The turning point of WWII for the Soviets was the Battle of Stalingrad, which marked the beginning of a major offensive push against German forces.
57. The Marshall Plan was a US program initiated in 1948 aimed at providing economic aid to European countries to rebuild after WWII.
58. The Berlin Blockade (1948-1949) was a Soviet attempt to cut off access to West Berlin, leading to the Berlin Airlift by the Allies to supply the city.
59. Deterrence is the diplomatic or military strategy aimed at preventing aggression by demonstrating the capability and readiness to respond forcefully.
60. Mutually Assured Destruction refers to the military doctrine during the Cold War where both the US and the Soviet Union possessed enough nuclear weapons to destroy each other in the event of war.
61. The Cold War ended with the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, marked by the fall of communist regimes in Eastern Europe and the end of the arms race.
62. Soviet leaders sought to control Eastern Europe to create a buffer zone of friendly states, enhance security, and spread communist ideology.
63. The Iron Curtain was a term used to describe the division between Western democratic nations and Eastern communist nations during the Cold War.
64. The US goal in Korea was to contain the spread of communism and support the democratic government of South Korea against invasion by the North.
65. The French controlled several colonies before WWII, including Indochina (Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia), Algeria, and parts of the Caribbean and Africa.
66. The effects of the Arms Race included increased military expenditures, developments of nuclear arsenals, and heightened tensions between the superpowers.
67. NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) is a military alliance formed in 1949 among Western countries for mutual defense against aggression.
68. The Warsaw Pact was a military alliance formed in 1955 between the Soviet Union and Eastern Bloc countries as a response to NATO.
69. Events of the Space Race included the launch of Sputnik by the Soviets in 1957, the US Moon landing in 1969, and various missions aimed at demonstrating technological and military superiority.
70. The Ho Chi Minh Trail was a network of supply routes used by North Vietnam to transport troops and supplies to the Viet Cong in South Vietnam during the Vietnam War.
71. The Great Purge was a campaign of political repression in the Soviet Union from 1936 to 1938, led by Joseph Stalin, targeting perceived enemies of the state.
72. The Nuremberg Laws were anti-Semitic laws enacted in Nazi Germany in 1935 that stripped Jews of their citizenship and rights.
73. Events that began WWII include Germany's invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939, prompting Britain and France to declare war.
74. At the Battle of Stalingrad, the Soviet Union encircled and defeated the German Sixth Army, marking a major turning point in the Eastern Front.
75. The Japanese attacked the United States due to increasing tensions over US sanctions and embargoes, particularly regarding oil and trade, which threatened Japan's expansion.
76. The decision to use the Atomic Bomb was made to bring a swift end to the war with Japan, potentially saving more lives than a protracted invasion.
77. The final solution was the Nazi plan for the systematic extermination of the Jewish people during the Holocaust, with most camps located in occupied Poland and Nazi Germany.