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Her reign of 63 years and 7 months was longer than any other British monarch and the longest of any female monarch in history. It was a period of industrial, cultural, political, scientific, and military change within the United Kingdom, and was marked by a great expansion of the British Empire. |
Queen Victoria |
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The scientific research of Marie Curie has contributed most to : |
Airport Security |
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All of the following thinkers were associated with the development of socialist: Robert Owen, Charles Fourier and Saint Simon |
True |
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How was the British government able to maintain control of its empire during the 18th and 19th centuries |
naval power |
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Improved literacy and life expectancy ... |
... is a lasting effect of European colonization of Africa |
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Why were the poor child labor conditions permitted to exist in Britain during the 1800's? |
Cheap Supply of Labor |
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The British Empire extended into ... |
Extended into all of the inhabited continents. |
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brightest jewel in the crown |
India |
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Which action directly contributed to the beginning of the Scientific Revolution in 16th century Europe |
Scholars published new theories about astronomy |
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According to the Communist Manifesto, which social class was exploited by capitalism? |
Workers |
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New technology in steam propulsion led to inexpensive ways to transport people, materials, andfinished products by both land and water. Steam power also allowed factories to be movednearer to natural resources. This industry led to the creation of new jobs and boosted profits inagriculture and fishing industries which could now get their products to markets faster. Thesenew forms of transportation also made it easier for people from rural areas to travel to thecities for work. All of these led to the expansion of industry in England and parts of Europeduring this era. |
Scientific Revolution |
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Adam Smith : _________ :: Karl Marx :________ |
capitalism...communism |
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The phrase "European oppression" during this time period refers to which of the following? |
Imperialism |
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Which of the following summaries provides accurate information related to the political andcultural developments of the civilizations of Sub-Saharan Africa |
The colonization of Africa by France, England, and Belgium had a great political and culturalimpact on Africa. Countries were arbitrarily formed regardless of native tribes, communities, or cultures. Native people were seen as inferior; therefore, Europeans made efforts to force European religions upon them and to teach them in European ways. |
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Why was the location of the Suez Canal most important to the British during this era |
The canal gave them quicker access to colonies in Africa and Asia. |
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What was a major effect of the development of the steam engine |
Coal Production increased. |
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As a result of discrimination in factories, women demanded reforms to |
Labor Policies |
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Effects of British Imperialism on India |
Positive: Improved sanitation Negative: Cultural and racial discrimination Exploitation of resources |
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How did imperialism, impact China |
European nations and the United States exercised a "sphere of influence" over China that resulted in improved trade without a military invasion. |
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All of the following are ideas concerning free enterprise from the Wealth of Nations EXCEPT |
Free markets are controlled by the government. |
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Which of the following is a correct cause and effect for the way that free enterprise affected the Industrial Revolution? |
increased demand for manufactured goods → factory system to produce goods quickly |
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All of the following were long-term effects of the Industrial Revolution on society EXCEPT — |
Children became a permanent part of the work force. |
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How did Social Darwinism affect the spread of European imperialism? |
It increased due to a sense of superiority among Europeans. |
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Finally we shall place the Sun himself at the center of the Universe." Which scientist is the likely author of the quote? |
Copernicus |
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How did economic freedoms during the Industrial Revolution contribute to a better quality of life? |
Higher wages for workers gave more purchasing power for family essentials such as food and shelter. People had a greater choice in their work life rather than being born into their work and social status. There was a greater availability of food and supplies due to industrialization and improvement in transportation, allowing families to plan budgets and expenditures |
