1. The years between 1880 and 1914 are known as the Age of _____.

a. Enlightenment
b. Exploration
c. Discovery
d. Imperialism

2. _____ became the governor of India in 1786.

a. King Leopold
b. Meiji of Japan
c. Ci Xi of China
d. Lord Cornwallis

3. What did the “Boxers” believe about themselves?

a. Their swords would cut down all Europeans.
b. Their fists were magical.
c. European bullets were harmless against them.
d. They fought better when they were attacked.

4. What changes did the Industrial Revolution bring to colonization?

a. none
b. European nations competed for colonies.
c. European nations didn't need colonies now that their economies were booming.
d. Colonies grew wealthy from selling their natural resources.

5. What convinced the Japanese to reopen their ports to foreigners?

a. The Japanese economy was suffering.
b. The Japanese citizens voted to reopen the ports.
c. They were "persuaded" to sign a treaty by American warships.
d. They needed to import food.