World History 20th Cent Test (50)
Unit 5 Take-Home Exam 1. Which of the following was not a characteristic of Western modernization in the 20th century? a) postindustrial economies that emphasize services, consumerism and cutting-edge technology b) hesitance to support social welfare programs c) stable democratization d) thorough urbanization e) tremendous scientific/technological achievements 2. Which of the following was not a cause of World War I? a) conflict in the Balkans supported by ?big brother? Russia b) alliance system pits Russia and Britain against Germany and Japan c) Britain?s dominance in naval superiority in jeopardy d) competition over empires in Africa e) desire for Pan-Slavic Movement 3. Which of the following accurately depicts why World War I was considered a global conflict?