Ch21sec1quiz

DIRECTIONS: Matching Match each item in Column A with an item in Column B.

Write the correct letters in the blanks. (10 points each)

Column A

1. extension of a nation’s power over other lands

2. governing by working with existing political elites

3. replacement of local rulers with officials from the mother country

4. political unit dependent on another for protection

5. “city of the lion”

Column B

A. direct rule

B. Singapore

C. imperialism

D. protectorate

E. indirect rule

DIRECTIONS: Multiple Choice In the blank, write the letter of the choice that best

completes the statement or answers the question. (10 points each)

6. The Spanish-American War resulted in

A. a humiliating defeat for the U.S. C. war with Thailand.

B. an important peace conference. D. new territories for the U.S.

7. All of the following came under French control EXCEPT

A. Vietnam. C. Thailand.

B. Cambodia. D. Laos.

8. In 1800, the only two societies in Southeast Asia that were under

European rule were

A. the Philippines and the Dutch East Indies.

B. Singapore and Laos.

C. Laos and Thailand.

D. Vietnam and Japan.

9. In Burma, the British

A. activities led to the collapse of the Burmese monarchy.

B. allowed the local king to rule on their behalf.

C. agreed with France to let the country remain an independent buffer state.

D. made King Mongkut emperor.

10. Colonial powers harmed their colonies by

A. keeping wages low and taxes high. C. creating an entrepreneurial class.

B. building railroads and highways. D. allowing some sharing of profits.