WHH MU #14 Crash Course Ep #41 Decolonization

What was a significant factor that led to the decolonization process after World War II?

• The discrediting of the idea of empire due to the defeat of Nazi Germany

• The economic prosperity of colonial powers

• The establishment of the United Nations

• The rise of nationalism in Europe

Who is known for their nonviolent approach to Indian independence?

• Lord Mountbatten

• Jawaharlal Nehru

• Muhammad Ali Jinnah

• Mohandas K. Gandhi

What was the outcome of the partition of India in 1947?

• Immediate economic prosperity for all new nations

• The division into India, West Pakistan, and East Pakistan

• The peaceful relocation of populations

• The creation of India and Sri Lanka

Which country's struggle for independence was significantly prolonged by 'police actions'?

• Vietnam

• Egypt

• Indonesia

• India

What was a major consequence of the Khmer Rouge's rule in Cambodia?

• Massacre of approximately 21% of Cambodia's population

• Economic prosperity

• Strengthening of ties with the United States

• Rapid industrialization

Who led the coup that overthrew the king in Egypt in the 1950s?

• Anwar Sadat

• Hosni Mubarak

• Gamal Abdul Nasser

• Muhammad Naguib

How did Gamal Abdul Nasser's leadership impact Egypt's international relations?

• Played the US and USSR off each other for Egypt's benefit

• Strengthened ties with only the USSR

• Isolation from global politics

• Focused solely on Arab nationalism without external alliances

What was a significant legacy of colonialism in Africa?

• Well-established educational institutions

• Arbitrary or pernicious national boundaries

• Rapid technological advancement

• Strong democratic governance structures

Which African leader was originally a high school teacher before becoming a dictator?

• Muammar Gaddafi

• Idi Amin

• Robert Mugabe

• Joseph Mobutu

What was a common challenge faced by new nations after decolonization?

• Rapid industrialization

• Overpopulation

• Lack of experienced governance

• Excessive foreign aid