Burma's History
British Colonialism
Protest and Rebellion
British Empire
Miscellaneous
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What century was Burma founded?
11th century
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What caused Britain to lose its hold on North American colonies?
American Revolution
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In what year did the British annex Burma?
1886
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How were most colonies in the British Empire governed?
self governed
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What is Burma also known as?
Myanmar
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In what year did King Anawratha install monarchy?
1044
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What years were the height of the British Empire?
1919-1922
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What specific ethnic group did the British favor?
The Karen
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What is one reason the British Empire lasted so long?
First, the British have good command of the sea. Second, they were outstanding in international. Third, the British rule was flexible.
200
What state is Burma compared to?
Texas
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What was the capital of Burma?
Pagan
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Which two men began colonialism in North America?
Humphrey Gilbert and Walter Raleigh
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What university's student union became the head of protests for independence?
Ragoon University
300
Who was the King of Britain when it reached its height in 1922?
King Edward VIII
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What rank is Burma on least developed nations?
second to last
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What was the name of the umbrella organization representing all the ethnic groups?
National Council of the Union of Burma
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What was the "jewel in the crown of the British Empire"
India
400
What was the name of the group Aung San trained with in the Japanese military?
the thirty comrades
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What was the Imperial Conference?
an attempt to strengthen Britain’s ties with with those colonies that had become self-governing colonies
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Who was a tyrant of Burma for thirty years?
General De Win
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What party won the May 1990 election and by what percentage?
NLD by 82%
500
Name two countries Britain received from the Treaty of Paris in 1763?
Canada, Nova Scotia, Florida, or Senegal
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When was Burma granted independence?
January 4, 1948
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What is a charter company?
private companies established by the crown
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How many subjects are now in the British Empire?
260, 000 subjects
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