Unit 7: Shifts in State Power from 1900 to Present

The video covers the major shifts in state power from 1900 to the present, focusing on the decline of empires and the rise of new states. It discusses the fall of the Ottoman Empire, the Russian revolutions leading to the Soviet Union, the challenges faced by Qing China, and the Mexican Revolution. Each section highlights key events and figures that contributed to these transformations, emphasizing the impact of nationalism, industrialization, and political reforms.

What major global events does Unit 7 set the stage for?

• The Cold War

• The Industrial Revolution

• World Wars, depressions, and decolonization

• The Renaissance and Enlightenment

What nickname was given to the Ottoman Empire before its decline?

• The Sleeping Giant

• The Sick Man of Europe

• The Empire of the East

• The Great Empire

Who were the Young Turks and what did they advocate for?

• A group supporting the Sultan's authoritarian rule

• A reform-minded group calling for modernization

• A faction aiming to restore the Ottoman monarchy

• A coalition seeking to expand the Ottoman Empire

What was a significant outcome of the Russian Revolution of 1917?

• The establishment of a democratic government

• The expansion of the Russian Empire

• The end of World War I

• The rise of the Soviet Union

Who led the Bolsheviks during the Russian Revolution of 1917?

• Joseph Stalin

• Nicholas II

• Leon Trotsky

• Vladimir Lenin

What internal conflict significantly weakened Qing China in the 19th century?

• The Boxer Rebellion

• The Opium Wars

• The Taiping Rebellion

• The Sino-Japanese War

What was the result of the Boxer Rebellion in China?

• Strengthening of Qing authority

• Increased foreign influence and demands

• Complete independence from foreign powers

• Establishment of a new dynasty

Who was the leader of the revolutionary movement that ended imperial rule in China?

• Deng Xiaoping

• Sun Yat-sen

• Mao Zedong

• Chiang Kai-shek

What was a key outcome of the Mexican Revolution?

• The rise of a communist state

• The expansion of Mexican territory

• The drafting of a new constitution

• The establishment of a monarchy

Which social class was primarily angered by Porfirio Díaz's policies in Mexico?

• The aristocracy

• The military

• The clergy

• The working class