Cumulative Exam Review (Modern World History B)
The Auschwitz Protocols testimonials were used to A.convict Nazi leaders of war crimes. B.provide more propaganda against the Jews. C.determine how to treat the prisoners at Auschwitz. D.give procedures on the use of the gas chamber at Auschwitz.
A: Convict Nazi leaders of war crimes
What goal characterized the Chinese revolutionaries in 1911? fighting for economic freedom seeking a new capitalist government supporting strong ties with Europe aiming to unseat Chiang Kai-shek
A: Fighting for economic freedom
What role did Japanese Emperor Hirohito play in the entry of the US into World War II? A.He oversaw Japan's rapid territorial expansion. B.He led an attack on the US mainland. C.He imposed economic sanctions against the US. D.He convinced Japan to join the Allied powers.
A: He oversaw Japan's rapid territorial expansion
What was one main reason Khrushchev was replaced as party leader? His reforms created serious problems. He was unable to win the space race. His challenge to the US nearly caused a war. He was forced to crush rebellions in other countries.
A: His reforms created serious problems
In addition to support from the people, what else did the Communists have in their favor during their war with the Nationalists? A.more effective military strategies B.assistance from the Soviets C.backing from European powers D.more modern weaponry
A: More effective military strategies
A developing country rebuilding its roads might turn to which UN organization for help? A.the World Bank B.UNICEF C.the World Health Organization D.the Security Council
A: The World Bank
Why was Joseph Stalin's first Five-Year Plan considered a success, even though it did not meet the quotas he set? A.The economy still made sizable gains. B.People were willing to be patient. C.Few expected the quotas to be met. D.Stalin misreported economic data.
A: The economy still made sizable gains
Why did Indians gather in Amritsar in 1919? A.to attend a rally celebrating Gandhi's accomplishments B.to demand a recount of a recent election's votes C.to perform a mass act of civil disobedience D.to protest British laws and policies
D: To protest British laws and policies
The photograph shows Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir. A man is seated at a desk. He is wearing a suit and tie, and a pair of headphones around his ears. On the desk in front of him is the nameplate "Sudan" with a Sudanese desk flag next to it. Other people are seated behind him. The International Criminal Court has been unable to prosecute al-Bashir for war crimes because it cannot A.launch a search for him inside Sudan. B.arrest him due to the court's limited authority. C.issue an arrest warrant until Sudan gives it permission. D.step in until the UN Security Council refers the case to the court.
B: Arrest him due to the court's limited authority
Which describes the Nazi policy regarding German youth? A.Boys and girls were trained for military service. B.Children were required to join the Hitler Youth. C.Children had to be sixteen to learn the Nazi ideology. D.Boys and girls were trained to take care of the home.
B: Children were required to join the Hitler Youth
A single-party state is one in which A.multiple political parties are allowed. B.only one political party is allowed. C.only one opposition party is allowed. D.no political parties are allowed.
B: Only one political party is allowed
What policy did Portugal follow with its colony of Angola? A.Portugal granted Angola its independence quickly. B.Portugal fought a long war to try to hold on to Angola. C.Portugal tried to force independence on the Angolan people. D.Portugal encouraged Angola to join the Commonwealth of Nations.
B: Portugal fought a long war to try to hold on to Angola
What was the primary purpose of the German racial purity laws? A.to reduce the overall population of Germany B.to increase the Aryan population C.to decrease the Aryan population D.to encourage an ethnically diverse population
B: To increase the Aryan population
The photo shows Mussolini and his supporters in Italy. A photo of Benito Mussolini and other men marching. All of them are wearing black shirts. Many of the men are holding banners. Supporters who used violence and intimidation to help Mussolini seize power were called Blackshirts. Blackpants. Black Corps. Black Brigades.
Blackshirts
The postcard shows two countries with which Japan was allied in the 1930s. This postcard shows children from different countries holding flags from Germany, Italy, and Japan. Above them are photos of Adolf Hitler, Emperor Hirohito, and Benito Mussolini. According to the image, Japan's government encouraged its citizens to view A.Russia and Germany as friends. B.Britain and the United States as friends. C.Germany and Italy as friends. D.Italy and Spain as friends.
C: Germany and Italy as friends
Which best describes men in the USSR under Joseph Stalin's regime? A.They lost many of their jobs to women. B.They became less important to the economy. C.They worked in farming more than in industry. D.They were in demand for industrial jobs.
D: They were in demand for industrial jobs
The table shows industrial and agricultural output in the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union between 1913 and 1928. A 4-column table with 3 rows is shown. Column 1 is not labeled, with entries coal, grain, and iron and steel. Column 2 is labeled 1913, with entries 29, 80, 8.5. Column 3 is labeled 1921, with entries 9, 37.6, 0.3. Column 4 is labeled 1928, with entries 35, 73.3, 7.3. What is the best conclusion that can be drawn from this table? A.The economy was stronger under Communism than under the tsar's rule. B.The years after the Russian Revolution showed steady economic growth and progress. C.The Soviet Union enjoyed strong economic growth in the 1920s. D.The Soviet economy was at its economic high point in the years just after World War I.
C: The Soviet Union enjoyed strong economic growth in the 1920s
Which event sparked extremist Hutus to incite genocide against the Tutsis in Rwanda? A.a new democratic government B.civil war started by the Tutsis C.the death of the Rwandan president D.a peace agreement that the Tutsis refused to sign
C: The death of the Rwandan president
What of the following characterized Ghana after 1992? A.a return to a one-party system of government B.an economy based solely on industry C.an increase in government instability D.advances in education and human services
D: Advances in education and human services
Which best shows how poverty affects a population? A.Social agencies that can help are not accessible. B.Health care is not available to those at the poverty level. C.Enough jobs are available but pay is too low to make a difference. D.More people struggle to get an education and have social needs met.
D: More people struggle to get an education and have social needs met
The Soviet Union's approach to security differed from the US approach because the Soviets sought to A.reduce foreign influence. B.stabilize the region. C.prevent domestic revolutions. D.protect itself from attack.
D: Protect itself from attack
his picture shows a Japanese warship during the Battle of Midway. A photo of a Japanese aircraft carrier. This ship looks damaged and white smoke is rising from it. The US public most likely viewed images such as this as______
Encouraging
The photo shows a Nazi leader. A photo of a man wearing a Nazi Gestapo officer uniform and cap. He has a weak chin and wears a small mustache and small, round eyeglasses. Which Nazi leader is this? Adolf Hitler Joseph Goebbels Heinrich Himmler Reinhard Heydrich
Heinrich Himmler
Before they invaded Europe from the south, the Allies had to control Italy. Austria. France. North Africa.
North Africa
One way of dealing with countries that practice genocide is to impose______against the accused country.
Sanctions
