Imperialism and World War I — Test Answers…

In which year did the Ottoman Empire reach its peak and then begin to decline?

1774

1600

1550

1830

One of the three main goals of the East India Company was to

build up the Indian economy.

create a new British colony in Asia.

establish rulers known as viceroys

spread British influence and power.

What event immediately preceded Russia’s decision to withdraw from World War I?

the overthrow of the tsar

the US entry into the war

the withdrawal of Allied support

the German capture of Moscow

What was the significance of the Treaty of Nanjing in 1842?

Europeans forced the Chinese to sign it, ending the first Opium War.

China got what it wanted because it showed strength during negotiation.

It prevented further wars between China and the Europeans.

It was the cause of further discord leading to more wars.

Which statement best describes Germany’s submarine campaign during World War I?

Germany made no use of submarines.

German submarines prevented all transatlantic shipping.

Germany used submarines in land and sea attacks.

German submarines made unrestricted attacks on ships.

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