Indian Independence

Question 1

Gandhi’s nickname, Mahatma, means

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great soul.

Question 2

Which action best represents Gandhi's use of nonviolent protest to challenge British rule in India?

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marching to the sea to make salt in protest of British law

Question 3

During World War II, the Indian National Congress told citizens to

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refuse to vote in elections.

Question 4

Which event occurred as a result of India’s partition in 1947?

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Citizens began to riot.

Question 5

Why is Gandhi considered one of the most influential people of the twentieth century?

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He inspired other leaders to be non-violent.

Question 6

The refugee crisis that occurred in India after its partition by the British was a result of

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too many people trying to relocate at one time.

Question 7

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refugees

Question 8

One of Jawaharlal Nehru’s first duties as India’s Prime Minister was to

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improve living standards for Indians.

Question 9

Which outcome best shows the scale of disruption caused by independence and partition?

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more than 14 million people were forced to leave their homes during partition

Question 10

Which action illustrates the concept of Satyagraha?

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citizens publicly and peacefully refuse to follow an unfair law to bring attention to injustice

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