The legal jurisdiction Western powers had in Chinese ports led to which of the following?(1 point)
Responses
Western powers did not pay taxes in China and they avoided Chinese laws.
Western powers did not pay taxes in China and they avoided Chinese laws.
Western powers had to pay taxes in China and follow Chinese laws.
Western powers had to pay taxes in China and follow Chinese laws.
Western powers had to pay taxes in China and they rebelled against the U.S. government.
Western powers had to pay taxes in China and they rebelled against the U.S. government.
Western powers did not pay taxes in China, but they had to stay out of China’s interior.
Western powers did not pay taxes in China, but they had to stay out of China’s interior.
Western powers had to pay taxes in China and follow Chinese laws.
Use the phrase to answer the question.
“Substituting dollars for bullets.”
How does President Taft’s dollar diplomacy phrase compare to President Roosevelt’s “big stick” diplomacy?
(1 point)
Responses
Substituting dollars represented spending minimal money and resources to end conflict peacefully, whereas “big stick” diplomacy relied on military resources to end conflict.
Substituting dollars represented spending minimal money and resources to end conflict peacefully, whereas “big stick” diplomacy relied on military resources to end conflict.
Substituting dollars for bullets represented using military funds to build and expand U.S. economic interests in Latin America, whereas “big stick” diplomacy used military funds and resources.
Substituting dollars for bullets represented using military funds to build and expand U.S. economic interests in Latin America, whereas “big stick” diplomacy used military funds and resources.
Substituting dollars represented utilizing economic policy in exchange for the use of military threat, whereas “big stick” diplomacy relies on the threat of military force.
Substituting dollars represented utilizing economic policy in exchange for the use of military threat, whereas “big stick” diplomacy relies on the threat of military force.
Substituting dollars represented spending more money on military intervention to build on “big stick” diplomacy policies.
Substituting dollars represented spending more money on military intervention to build on “big stick” diplomacy policies.
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Substituting dollars represented utilizing economic policy in exchange for the use of military threat, whereas “big stick” diplomacy relies on the threat of military force.
How were the tactics the British used to defeat the resistance movements of the Zulus and the Ashanti similar?(1 point)
Responses
The British enlisted the help of allies in Ethiopia, whose military strength helped them overpower the Ashanti and Zulu.
The British enlisted the help of allies in Ethiopia, whose military strength helped them overpower the Ashanti and Zulu.
The British were able to defeat both the Ashanti and Zulus in one crushing battle due to England’s military power.
The British were able to defeat both the Ashanti and Zulus in one crushing battle due to England’s military power.
The British were able to defeat both resistance movements because they exiled strong leaders and created divisions within the empires.
The British were able to defeat both resistance movements because they exiled strong leaders and created divisions within the empires.
The British were able to defeat the Ashanti because they allowed the Ashanti and Zulus to keep their leaders.
The British were able to defeat both resistance movements because they exiled strong leaders and created divisions within the empires.
Look at the timeline of a span of European history.
A timeline of select events of the Middle Ages is shown. The timeline ranges from the year 500 to the year 1500. The timeline shows that in 597, Pope Gregory I sent missionaries to Britain. It shows that in 800, Pope Leo III crowned Charlemagne Holy Roman Emperor. It shows that in 966, the first Polish king converted to Christianity. It shows that circa 1200, monasteries began to take an active role in society. It shows that Thomas Aquinas published his work on natural law in 1265.
Which of the following best describes the theme of the timeline?
A.
the fall of the Roman Empire
B.
the Reformation in Europe
C.
the Age of Charlemagne
D.
the spread of the Catholic faith
D. the spread of the Catholic faith
Which of the following was an effect of the Crusades?
A.
People became more isolated in their home regions.
B.
Christianity was limited to European countries.
C.
Muslim advances in science and medicine spread to Europe.
D.
Trade declined because people feared violence.
C. Muslim advances in science and medicine spread to Europe.
rag and drop the correct descriptions to identify the effects of agricultural improvements on Europe.
Less land was cleared for farming.
Population increased.
Trade and industry grew.
More people moved to rural areas to farm.
More people moved to towns.
Effects of Agricultural Improvements
Less land was cleared for farming --> False, it is the opposite that happened.
Population increased --> True
Trade and industry grew --> True
More people moved to rural areas to farm --> False, it is the opposite that happened.
More people moved to towns --> True
(55) All fines that have been given to us unjustly and against the law of the land . . . shall be entirely remitted [given back] or the matter decided by a majority judgment of the twenty-five barons . . . together with [the] archbishop. . . .
--Magna Carta, 1215
Why did the authors of the Magna Carta include this text?
A.
They wanted to limit the church's authority to fine people.
B.
They wanted to limit the power of the king to fine people unjustly.
C.
They wanted to establish their own power to issue fines.
D.
They wanted to give the archbishop power over the king to collect fines.
B. They wanted to limit the power of the king to fine people unjustly.
Which advances in weaponry developed during the Hundred Years' War made war more deadly? Select the three correct answers.
A.
the longbow
B.
the cannon
C.
the lance
D.
the gun
E.
the crossbow
A. the longbow, B. the cannon, and D. the gun.
How did an agricultural surplus relate to expanded trade during the High Middle Ages?
A.
Trade increased because surplus crops could be traded.
B.
Trade decreased because surplus crops were needed to feed local populations.
C.
Trade decreased because surplus crops led to an oversupply of grains that could not be sold.
D.
Trade increased regionally but decreased globally because trade networks had shrunk.
A. Trade increased because surplus crops could be traded.
Who were the Moors, and how did they affect Spain during their rule?
(try and do a maximum of 4 sentences)
The Moors were a predominantly Muslim people who invaded and conquered parts of Spain in the 8th century. They ruled the territories they controlled, known as Al-Andalus, for over half a millennium, until the final Christian Reconquista in the late 15th century. During this time, the Moors significantly influenced Spanish culture through art, architecture, literature, language, and scientific advancements, while also promoting trade and economic growth in the region.
What factors led to the Norman Conquest?
(again 4 sentences max)
The Norman Conquest of England in 1066 was the result of several factors, including political instability and disputes over succession. After the death of Edward the Confessor, two rival claimants, Harold Godwinson and William of Normandy, both sought to become the new king. When Harold was chosen, William felt that he was deprived of what was rightfully his and launched an invasion into England, which he won after the famous Battle of Hastings. The conquest fundamentally changed the governance, culture, and language of England, creating a strong French and Norman influence that lasted for centuries.
A chart titled Feudalism in Medieval Europe is shown. The chart shows the king at the top of feudal society. It shows that the king provides money, recruits army, and grants land to lords and vassals. The chart shows that lords and vassals were in the middle of feudal society. It shows that lords and vassals serve the king, protect serfs and peasants, manage territory, and grant land to knights. The chart shows that knights were parallel to lords and vassals. It shows that knights protect the lords and kings. The chart shows that peasants and serfs were at the bottom of feudal society. It shows that serfs and peasants worked the land and owed loyalty to the king.
Which two groups serve lords?
A.
king, peasants
B.
vassals, peasants
C.
king, knights
D.
peasants, knights
B. vassals, peasants
Read the quote about Charlemagne.
“The man who led the Franks to victory and so created modern Europe was Charles the Great. . . . [W]ithout Charles and the legend of Charles Europe would have had a different history and a different character.”
Which of Charlemagne’s accomplishments might this writer have had in mind in crediting Charlemagne with the creation of “modern Europe”? Select the two correct answers.
A.
He established a peace that lasted for centuries.
B.
He blocked the power of the popes.
C.
He helped spread Christianity.
D.
He encouraged the creation of schools.
C. He helped spread Christianity and D. He encouraged the creation of schools.
Which was the Catholic Church’s most powerful tool in maintaining its authority in medieval Europe?
A.
its missionary work
B.
its monasteries and convents
C.
its control over the sacraments
D.
its hospitals and schools
C. its control over the sacraments.
Why did monks and nuns promise to live their entire lives within their religious communities?
A.
They needed to live alone to practice Christianity freely.
B.
They made a vow to devote their entire lives to God.
C.
They could better provide services to others by living in a religious community.
D.
They could no longer own property once they joined the church.
B. They made a vow to devote their entire lives to God.
Which of the following is the main reason towns grew during the High Middle Ages?
A.
People needed a place for entertainment.
B.
People needed a place to practice their religion.
C.
People needed a place to sell and buy goods.
D.
People needed to join a guild.
C. People needed a place to sell and buy goods.
Which of the following are accurate statements about how Europe changed as a result of Otto the Great's rule? Select the three correct answers.
A.
Europe was divided among several German nobles.
B.
An empire made up of Germany, parts of Italy, and much of central and Eastern Europe was created.
C.
Europe was unified under a single government.
D.
A line of Ottonian kings ruled after Otto's death.
E.
The empire came to be known as the Holy Roman Empire.
B. An empire made up of Germany, parts of Italy, and much of central and Eastern Europe was created, D. A line of Ottonian kings ruled after Otto's death, and E. The empire came to be known as the Holy Roman Empire.
A map of Europe shows the settlements and invasion routes of Vikings, Magyars, and Muslims. It shows that the Vikings first settled Scandinavia, then invaded and settled in England, Ireland, and Scotland. It shows that the Vikings also invaded France, Muslim Spain, Africa, Russia, and the Byzantine empire. The map shows that the Magyar first settled in Hungary, then invaded France, Germany, and the Byzantine empire. The map shows that Muslims first settled in Africa and Muslim Spain. It shows that Muslims also invaded France, Italy, and the Byzantine empire.
Which invaders came from south of the European continent?
A.
Magyars
B.
Vikings
C.
Muslims
D.
Normans
C. Muslims.
Where in Europe did a Muslim dynasty establish a state in the 700s?
A.
Spain
B.
France
C.
Britain
D.
Germany
A. Spain.
Which of the following statements accurately describes the movement of ideas and goods during the Middle Ages?
A.
The rivers of Europe allowed people to move easily and spread new ideas.
B.
The mountains of Europe made transportation and the spread of goods and ideas difficult.
C.
Europe's many oceans and seas were the only means of travel to Asia.
D.
European rivers did not flow from east to west, which limited the spread of ideas and goods.
A. The rivers of Europe allowed people to move easily and spread new ideas.
Describe the purpose, outcome, and effects of the Reconquista.
(4 sentences)
The Reconquista was a centuries-long campaign by Christian kingdoms in Spain to recapture territories from Muslim rule. The purpose of this campaign was to reestablish Christian power and control in Spain, which had been under Muslim rule since the 8th century. After several battles and conquests by various Christian kingdoms, the Reconquista culminated in 1492 with the capture of Granada, the last Muslim stronghold in Spain. This event marked the end of Muslim rule in the Iberian Peninsula and the beginning of a unified, predominantly Christian Spain. The Reconquista also led to the forced conversion or expulsion of Jews, Muslims, and other non-Christians, resulting in a period of religious and cultural homogeneity in Spain.
that's 5 sentences
Apologies, here is a 4 sentence version -
The Reconquista was a campaign by Christian kingdoms in Spain to recapture territories from Muslim rule. Its purpose was to reestablish Christian power in Spain, which had been under Muslim rule since the 8th century. After several battles and conquests, the Reconquista culminated in 1492 with the capture of Granada, the last Muslim stronghold in Spain. This event marked the end of Muslim rule in the Iberian Peninsula and the beginning of a religiously homogenous Spain.
Which of the following did a vassal receive in exchange for his loyalty?
A.
the right to farm the lord's land
B.
the right to an estate
C.
the right to part of the lord's earnings
D.
the right to protection by the lord