Which was the only country outside of Europe and North America to successfully launch its own Industrial Revolution?
a. The Ottoman Empire
b. Korea
c. China
d. Japan
Answer: d. Japan
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a. The madrasa b. The universities c. Christian monasteries d. Scriptural schools e. Medieval castles
All of the following are correct about the land of Zanj except
A. it had a large minority of residents from the Persian Gulf and Arabian peninsula. B. it was ruled by the Zagwe and Azim dynasties for 400 years. C. it exported rhinoceros horn, gold, and ivory. D. it included the cities of Pemba, Kilwa, and Mombasa. E. most of the coastal states were self-governing.
Which statement best describes the so-called Bear Flag Rebellion of 1846?
a. It was part of a secret presidential mission, led by John C. Frémont, to accomplish the conquest of California. b. Led by William Ide, the Bear Flaggers declared their intention to break away from Mexico and were eventually incorporated into the U.S. Army. c. It reflected a widespread desire of Californios to become part of the United States. d. During the events, Frémont and his men arrested General Mariano Vallejo who was a strong opponent of the American conquest.
The colonies of veterans established by Augustus throughout the empire
A) were used exclusively to maintain domestic order within the provinces. B) drained the imperial treasury of its funds and caused financial crisis. C) drew extra criticism to the emperor. D) often rebelled against imperial authority. E) proved especially valuable in Romanizing the provinces.