Question 1

In contrast to the early modern era,China during the period between 1750 and 1914&#10;A) declined in international prominence.&#10;B) became a leading industrial power.&#10;C) became the largest colonial power.&#10;D) enjoyed a long period of uninterrupted peace.

Accepted Answer

During the period between 1750 and 1914, China experienced a decline in international prominence as it struggled with internal problems such as population growth, economic stagnation, and political corruption. It faced external pressures from European powers, particularly during the Opium Wars, which weakened its economy and sovereignty. While China did make some technological advancements during this time, it did not become a leading industrial power. It also did not become a colonial power, despite some brief imperial expansions into neighboring territories. While it did experience some periods of relative peace, such as during the reign of the Qing Dynasty emperor Kangxi, this period was also marked by frequent rebellions and uprisings.

Question 2

Which of the following developments originated in Europe and became a global phenomenon within 250 years?&#10;A) The Agricultural Revolution&#10;B) The French Revolution&#10;C) The Protestant Reformation&#10;D) The Industrial Revolution

Accepted Answer

The Industrial Revolution originated in Europe in the late 18th century and transformed the economy, production, transportation, and social structure of society. It then spread to other parts of the world, including North America, Japan, and parts of the developing world, over the next 250 years. The Agricultural Revolution and Protestant Reformation began in Europe but did not have as immediate and widespread a global impact. The French Revolution had global repercussions but did not become a global phenomenon in the same way as the Industrial Revolution.

Question 3

In contrast to the earlier phase of European expansion in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries,European imperialism in the nineteenth century&#10;A) emphasized assimilation of colonial populations.&#10;B) colonized areas by populating them with European settlers.&#10;C) established various forms of colonial control in Asia and Africa.&#10;D) respected the religious traditions of colonial populations.

Accepted Answer

The nineteenth century European imperialism established various forms of colonial control in Asia and Africa, often through direct political control or economic exploitation rather than assimilation or settlement.

Deck 5: G: Society and Inequality in Eurasia