Quiz 25b - Europe

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The following is a quiz about the continent of Europe, which includes: Geography, political, social, and economic topics.

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1 The writings of the Enlightenment philosophers in Europe encouraged later political revolution with their support of

socialism
imperialism
the natural rights of man
the divine right monarchies

2 The best example of the success of nationalism in Europe is the

development of socialism in France
Industrial Revolution in Great Britain
establishment of the Common Market
unification of Germany

3 In Europe a long-term effect of the Crusades was

the strengthening of the feudal system
the adoption of Islamic religious practices
an increased demand for goods from the East
increased European isolation

4 The art, music, and philosophy of the medieval period in Europe generally dealt with

human scientific achievements
religious themes
materialism
classic Greek and Roman subjects

5 Communist governments were established in most nations of Eastern Europe shortly after World War II because

the region had a long tradition of strong Communist parties
Communist governments were able to significantly increase agricultural productivity
the Soviet Union used military and diplomatic pressures to install these governments
in these nations members of the Communist Party won free elections

6 In Europe, a major characteristic of humanism was

a belief in the supremacy of the state in relation to individual rights
a rejection of ancient civilizations and their cultures
an emphasis on social control and obedience to national rulers
an appreciation for the basic worth of individual achievement

7 In Europe, joint stock companies, shareholders, entrepreneurs, and the bourgeoisie contributed to the

rise of capitalism
development of feudalism
decline of communism
increase in power of the guilds

8 An important effect of the Protestant Reformation in Europe was that it strengthened the

power of monarchies
power of the pope
belief in polytheism
unity of Europe

9 The Renaissance in western Europe is best described as a period marked by

unquestioned reliance on the teachings of Aristotle
great intellectual and artistic creativity
an advance of Muslim culture
Christian unity throughout the region

10 The needs of the Industrial Revolution in 19th-century Europe greatly contributed to the

growth of overseas empires
beginning of the triangular trade
development of international peacekeeping organizations
promotion of political and economic equality in Asia and Africa

11 Growing nationalism and militarism in Europe and the creation of secret alliances were

reasons for the rise of democracy
causes of World War I
requirements for economic development
reasons for the collapse of communism

12 A main goal of the monarchs of Europe during the Age of Absolutism was to

establish legislative bodies
centralize political power
improve the quality of life for the peasant class
expand the role of the Catholic Church

13 A major impact of the Columbian exchange on western Europe was the introduction of

Christianity that led to the rise of the Catholic Church
new food crops that improved the European diet
new military technology that weakened local rulers
diseases that drastically reduced the population of Europe

14 "Western Europe owed a debt of gratitude to the Empire that for almost a thousand years ensured the survival of Christianity during a time when Europe was too weak to accomplish the task."

Which empire is referred to in this quotation?

Hellenistic
Mongol
Byzantine
Ottoman

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  • Location — included lands surrounding the eastern Mediterranean Sea
  • People — Turks, Arabs, Greeks, Muslims, Christians, and Jews
  • Nickname during the 19th and early 20th centuries — “Sick Man of Europe”

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Which empire is described by these characteristics?

Gupta
Mongol
Roman
Ottoman

16 At the Congress of Vienna (1815), the governments of Europe reacted to the French Revolution and the rule of Napoleon by attempting to

restore old regimes to power
spread the idea of democracy
encourage nationalist movements
promote the European free-trade zone

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  • Classical Greco-Roman ideas were revived.
  • Wealthy patrons supported the arts and education.
  • Humanism spread throughout western Europe.

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Which period in European history is most closely associated with these statements?

Early Middle Ages
Industrial Revolution
Renaissance
Hellenistic Period

18 A direct impact that the printing press had on 16th-century Europe was that it encouraged the

spread of ideas
beginnings of communism
establishment of democracy
development of industrialization

19 Revival of trade in western Europe, decline of feudalism, revival of interest in learning, and cultural interaction with the Middle East are associated with the

impact of the Crusades
effects of the barter system
growth of the Maya Empire
rise of Charlemagne

20 Venice in Europe, Mogadishu in Africa, and Canton in China emerged during the 13th century primarily as important centers of

agriculture
trade
manufacturing
mining