Advances in Technology and Exchange After 1900
Which technological advancement revolutionized global communication in the early 20th century?
A. Wireless radio transmission
B. Fiber optic cables
C. Satellite phones
D. Social media platforms
A. Wireless radio transmission
Which breakthrough medical discovery of the 1920s revolutionized the treatment of diabetes?
A. Penicillin
B. Insulin
C. Aspirin
D. Morphine
B. Insulin
Which international agreement, signed in 1987, aimed to protect the ozone layer by phasing out substances responsible for ozone depletion?
A. The Paris Agreement
B. The Montreal Protocol
C. The Kyoto Protocol
D. The Stockholm Convention
B. The Montreal Protocol
Which economic phenomenon characterized the late 20th century global economy?
A. The rise of isolationist economic policies
B. Decreased international trade
C. Economic globalization and interdependence
D. Return to mercantilism
C. Economic globalization and interdependence
What was a significant outcome of the Mexican Revolution (1910-1920)?
A. The establishment of a communist government
B. The implementation of land reform policies
C. The creation of a military dictatorship
D. The formation of NAFTA
B. The implementation of land reform policies
The Green Revolution of the mid-20th century primarily involved improvements in:
A. Solar energy technology
B. Agricultural production methods
C. Environmental conservation
D. Wind power generation
B. Agricultural production methods
. The development of which technology in the 1950s was crucial for understanding genetic diseases?
A. Electron microscope
B. X-ray machine
C. DNA double helix model
D. MRI scanner
C. DNA double helix model
The Green Revolution of the mid-20th century had which significant impact?
A. Reduced use of pesticides globally
B. Decreased agricultural productivity
C. Increased crop yields through scientific farming methods
D. Eliminated the need for chemical fertilizers
C. Increased crop yields through scientific farming methods
What was a significant impact of the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis?
A. Strengthening of Asian currencies
B. Increased foreign investment in Southeast Asia
C. Complete isolation of Asian markets
D. Widespread economic instability in East and Southeast Asian economies
D. Widespread economic instability in East and Southeast Asian economies
How did Gandhi's non-violent resistance movement influence other reform movements globally?
A. It inspired armed rebellions across Asia
B. It led to immediate independence for all colonies
C. It provided a model for civil rights movements worldwide
D. It resulted in the creation of the United Nations
C. It provided a model for civil rights movements worldwide
Which development had the most significant impact on global trade in the the 21st century?
A. The creation of the World Wide Web
B. The standardization of shipping containers
C. The development of high-speed trains
D. The invention of GPS technology
A. The creation of the World Wide Web
What significant medical advancement occurred during World War II that dramatically reduced soldier mortality rates?
A. Blood plasma preservation
B. Surgical anesthesia
C. Antibiotics mass production
D. Vaccine development
A. Blood plasma preservation
What was a major environmental consequence of the rapid industrialization in China during the late 20th century?
A. Immediate improvement in air quality
B. Severe air pollution in urban areas
C. Reduction in carbon emissions
D. Elimination of water pollution
B. Severe air pollution in urban areas
Which organization was established in 1995 to regulate international trade?
A. World Trade Organization (WTO)
B. International Monetary Fund (IMF)
C. World Bank
D. European Union (EU)
A. World Trade Organization (WTO)
Which African independence movement served as a model for other anti-colonial struggles?
A. The Mau Mau Uprising
B. The Egyptian Revolution
C. The Algerian War of Independence
D. The Ghana Independence Movement
C. The Algerian War of Independence
The invention of commercial jet aircraft in the 1950s primarily resulted in:
A. Increased military capabilities
B. Better weather forecasting
C. Rapid global business travel
D. Improved cargo shipping
C. Rapid global business travel
The first successful human organ transplant in 1954 was of which organ?
A. Heart
B. Liver
C. Kidney
D. Lung
C. Kidney
The Chernobyl disaster of 1986 led to which significant change in environmental policy?
A. Increased global investment in nuclear power
B. Reduced international cooperation on nuclear safety
C. Strengthened nuclear safety regulations worldwide
D. Complete abandonment of nuclear technology
C. Strengthened nuclear safety regulations worldwide
The term "Washington Consensus" refers to:
A. A military alliance between Western nations
B. Free-market economic policies promoted globally
C. A diplomatic agreement between Asian nations
D. Socialist economic reforms
B. Free-market economic policies promoted globally
How did the Civil Rights Movement in the United States influence global reform movements?
A. It promoted violent revolution worldwide
B. It demonstrated the effectiveness of peaceful protest
C. It encouraged isolation from international affairs
D. It led to immediate global racial equality
B. It demonstrated the effectiveness of peaceful protest
Which technological advancement significantly influenced global financial markets in the late 20th century?
A. Electronic trading systems
B. Mechanical calculators
C. Typewriters
D. Fax machines
A. Electronic trading systems
Which disease was declared globally eradicated by the World Health Organization in 1980?
A. Polio
B. Smallpox
C. Tuberculosis
D. Measles
B. Smallpox
Which technological advancement has contributed most significantly to climate change monitoring since 1900?
A. Satellite technology
B. Steam engines
C. Telegraph systems
D. Radio communications
A. Satellite technology
. What characterized the economic relationship between China and the United States in the early 21st century?
A. Complete economic isolation
B. Limited technological exchange
C. Military competition only
D. Complex trade interdependence
D. Complex trade interdependence
Which reform movement in South Africa ultimately led to the end of apartheid?
A. The Black Consciousness Movement
B. The Pan-African Congress
C. The African National Congress
D. The Broederbond
C. The African National Congress
The development of which medical technology had the greatest impact on global health post-1900?
A. X-ray machines
B. Heart monitors
C. Antibiotics
D. MRI scanners
C. Antibiotics
What technological advancement in the 1970s revolutionized medical imaging?
A. CT scanning
B. Ultrasound
C. X-ray imaging
D. Radiography
A. CT scanning
The first Earth Day celebration in 1970 represented what significant shift?
A. The end of environmental concerns
B. Global acceptance of climate change
C. The beginning of mainstream environmental awareness
D. Decreased interest in conservation
C. The beginning of mainstream environmental awareness
The rise of the BRICS nations represented:
A. A shift in global economic power toward emerging economies
B. The decline of international trade
C. The end of economic globalization
D. A return to colonial economic systems
A. A shift in global economic power toward emerging economies
Which cultural phenomenon of the post-1900 era best exemplifies the concept of "cultural hybridization"?
A. Hollywood's complete dominance of global cinema
B. The rise of K-pop blending Korean and Western musical elements
C. The decline of local cultural practices
D. The standardization of American fast food worldwide
B. The rise of K-pop blending Korean and Western musical elements
The rise of personal computing in the 1980s was primarily driven by:
A. Government initiatives
B. Military requirements
C. Educational institutions
D. Commercial applications
D. Commercial applications
The development of antiretroviral therapy in the 1990s was crucial in treating which disease?
A. Malaria
B. Tuberculosis
C. Hepatitis
D. HIV/AIDS
D. HIV/AIDS
What was a major criticism of the 1997 Kyoto Protocol?
A. It was too lenient on developing nations
B. It placed excessive restrictions on developing nations
C. It didn't include any emissions targets
D. It required too much from developed nations
D. It required too much from developed nations
The European Union's creation of the euro currency in 1999 primarily aimed to:
A. Replace the U.S. dollar as global reserve currency
B. Facilitate trade and economic integration among member states
C. Isolate European markets from global competition
D. Decrease European economic power
B. Facilitate trade and economic integration among member states
What significant impact did television have on global culture after 1950?
A. It completely eliminated local cultural traditions
B. It had minimal impact on cultural exchange
C. It created shared cultural experiences across national boundaries
D. It exclusively promoted Western cultural values
C. It created shared cultural experiences across national boundaries
Which innovation had the most profound effect on global entertainment and cultural exchange?
A. Radio broadcasting
B. Television networks
C. Internet streaming
D. Vinyl records
B. Television networks
Which 20th-century innovation allowed for the mass production of antibiotics?
A. Deep-tank fermentation
B. Freeze-drying
C. Chemical synthesis
D. Bacterial culture
A. Deep-tank fermentation
Which development has been most crucial in tracking global warming trends?
A. Wind speed measurements
B. Ocean current mapping
C. Temperature recording systems
D. Rainfall measurements
C. Temperature recording systems
Which economic trend characterized the post-2008 Global Financial Crisis period?
A. Immediate return to pre-crisis growth levels
B. Complete abandonment of international trade
C. Increased government intervention in markets
D. Elimination of financial regulations
C. Increased government intervention in markets
How did the Internet revolution of the late 20th century affect global culture?
A. It led to increased cultural isolation
B. It created new forms of cultural expression and community
C. It only benefited developed nations
D. It eliminated traditional forms of communication
B. It created new forms of cultural expression and community
. The development of nuclear technology in the mid-20th century led to:
A. Exclusively peaceful energy applications
B. Global arms race and energy alternatives
C. Only medical applications
D. Solely scientific research
B. Global arms race and energy alternatives
The first successful artificial heart transplant was performed in what year?
A. 1982
B. 1969
C. 1975
D. 1991
A. 1982
The rise of environmental movements in the late 20th century primarily focused on:
A. Promoting industrial growth
B. Opposing conservation efforts
C. Advocating for sustainable development
D. Supporting unlimited resource extraction
C. Advocating for sustainable development
The concept of "economic neoliberalism" in the late 20th century promoted:
A. State control of all economic activities
B. Protectionist trade policies
C. Market deregulation and privatization
D. Communist economic principles
C. Market deregulation and privatization
What role did sports play in globalized culture after 1900?
A. Sports remained purely local activities
B. They promoted nationalism exclusively
C. They became increasingly commercialized and global
D. They had no impact on cultural exchange
C. They became increasingly commercialized and global
The advent of mobile phones most significantly impacted:
A. Traditional postal services
B. Global business practices
C. Entertainment industry
D. Agricultural methods
B. Global business practices
Which technological advance helped control the spread of tuberculosis in the early 1900s?
A. UV light therapy
B. Iron lung
C. X-ray screening
D. Vaccination programs
C. X-ray screening
What has been a significant limitation of renewable energy technology since its introduction?
A. Storage and intermittency issues
B. Excess energy production
C. Too much reliability
D. Minimal maintenance requirements
A. Storage and intermittency issues
The rise of multinational corporations in the global economy led to:
A. Decreased international competition
B. More localized production chains
C. Greater economic nationalism
D. Global supply chain integration
D. Global supply chain integration
How did global tourism impact local cultures in the 20th century?
A. It led to the commercialization of local traditions
B. It had no effect on local cultures
C. It completely preserved traditional practices
D. It eliminated cultural exchange
A. It led to the commercialization of local traditions