Practice Test

Question 1

What feature of the continent is described by the different colors on the map?

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wet and dry regions

Question 2

A conscription program requires civilians to enroll for service in a nation’s

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armed forces.

Question 3

Which factor was most important in enabling Russia to fight in World War I for as long as it did?

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a large supply of soldiers

Question 4

Why was the Russian army near collapse by 1916?

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The army was low on food, supplies, and ammunition.

Question 5

China was insulated from the Scientific and Industrial Revolutions occurring in Europe because of its self-imposed isolation. As a result,

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the West surged ahead of China while China began its slow decline.

Question 6

How did airplane use change as World War I progressed?

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Airplanes became involved in active battle.

Question 7

What product did Britain continue to export despite objections by the Chinese government?

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opium

Question 8

Which African colonies did Belgium control?

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Congo

Question 9

Throughout World War I, for which activity were airplanes most often used?

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gathering information

Question 10

What was a major effect of the Russo-Japanese War?

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Japan gained influence in nations such as Manchuria and Korea.

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