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What was the name of the Qing Dynasty's trade system?

Canton System

100

What was Korea’s foreign policy during the Joseon Dynasty?

Isolationism

100

What was the name of the treaty that officially opened Japan?

Treaty of Kanagawa

100

This concept describes a system where a powerful nation forces or influences other countries to submit to its rule, often through military force or economic pressure.

Imperialism

100

This reindeer’s name starts with the letter "R" and is known for his bright red nose.

Rudolph

200

Who was the man who imposed harsh tactics against the British for opium smuggling?

Lin Zexu

200

What officially opened Korea in 1876 and ended their long-lasting isolationist policy?

Treaty of Ganghwa

200

What tactic did the US use to force Japan to open for trade?

Gunboat Diplomacy

200

Britain during the 1800s was often said to be so vast that "the sun never set on it." The nation controlled numerous territories across different time zones. What is this an example of?

Empire

200

This 1990 Christmas movie features a boy named Kevin, who defends his home from burglars after being accidentally left behind.

Home Alone

300

Which reform aimed to "Be like the West, to defeat the West"?

Self-Strengthening Movement

300

What was the name of the rebellion that ignited the First Sino-Japanese War?

Donghak Rebellion

300

What was the name of the civil war that led to the fall of the Tokugawa?

Boshin War

300

A well-crafted claim should be debatable. Which of the following is a debatable claim about the decline of the Qing Dynasty?
A) The Qing Dynasty faced both internal and external pressures.
B) The Qing Dynasty fell primarily because of corruption and foreign intervention.
C) The Qing Dynasty was one of the longest-reigning dynasties in Chinese history.

B) The Qing Dynasty fell primarily because of corruption and foreign intervention.

300

This popular Christmas carol, originally written in 1818, was first performed in the town of Oberndorf, Austria.

Silent Night

400

What was the nickname given to the Society of Righteous and Harmonious Fists, which led a rebellion against the Qing in 1899?

The Boxers

400

What was the name of the failed coup in 1884 led by reformers who wanted Korea to implement changes similar to Japan?

Gapsin Coup

400

What was the name of the legislative branch during the Meiji Restoration?

The Diet

400

Which of these claims would be considered too general and lacking nuance in the context of imperialism in East Asia?
A) The Qing Dynasty struggled with both internal rebellions and foreign invasions, such as the Opium Wars.
B) Imperialism led to widespread poverty and economic instability in East Asia.
C) The Opium Wars and unequal treaties caused China to lose control of key territories and weaken its sovereignty.

B) Imperialism led to widespread poverty and economic instability in East Asia.

400

In Japan, it's become a tradition to eat this fast-food chain's chicken for Christmas dinner.

KFC

500

Which rebellion resulted in massive destruction, including 20-30 million deaths?

Taiping Rebellion

500

What was the event called when Korean soldiers led a riot against King Gojong’s military reforms?

Imo Incident

500

The emperor returned to power during the Meiji Restoration, but this small group of political figures maintained political control. What were they called?

The Genro

500

How were the Tokugawa Shogunate and the Qing Dynasty similar in their responses to foreign influence? (must use keyword)

Both were isolationist

500

Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?

Germany