history y9
Which reason primarily drove Britain to build an empire?
To gain access to raw materials and markets
What was the immediate trigger for the start of WW1?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
What was the immediate impact of the Storming of the Bastille on the French monarchy?
It demonstrated popular resistance to royal authority
What was the impact of rivalries among European powers before WW1?
They intensified competition and mistrust
How did the growth of large armies contribute to the atmosphere before WW1?
It made war seem a more viable option
What was an important effect of Napoleon's domestic policies?
They centralized government and created stability
How did colonisation negatively affect the autonomy of indigenous populations?
It led to the loss of self-governance and control
Which skill is assessed when a student organizes historical events in their correct order?
Chronology
Which system was a major cause of WW1 due to complex agreements?
The intricate alliance system
The 'Events of the French Revolution' section specifically focuses on which years?
1789-1793
What role did militarism play as a cause of WW1?
It encouraged the growth of large armies and navies
How did nationalism contribute to the tensions leading to WW1?
It led to aggressive assertions of national superiority
What does the assessment of 'Knowledge' in history typically involve?
Recalling specific facts, dates, and names
What is the term for the process where colonies gain independence from colonial powers?
Decolonisation
What significant economic factor contributed to the French Revolution?
Massive national debt and food shortages
What problem arose for Britain due to colonial resistance?
Increased military expenditure and conflicts
What was an effect of the escalating pre-WW1 tensions?
An increasing willingness to resort to war
Which of these was a primary social cause of the French Revolution?
The rigid class structure of society
Who was a prominent figure whose rule focused on domestic policy after the French Revolution?
Napoleon Bonaparte
What is sometimes cited as a 'benefit' of colonial rule for colonies?
The development of modern infrastructure
What characteristic defined the European political climate leading up to WW1?
A highly militarized and distrustful environment
The European political climate before WW1 is often described as a 'powder keg'. What does this imply?
A condition ready to explode into conflict
Which skill focuses on identifying the underlying factors that led to a historical event?
Analysis of causes
What was a significant disadvantage of colonisation for Britain?
Expensive administration and defense
What was a main purpose of the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen?
To outline universal rights for all people
How did colonies provide an advantage to British industry?
They served as captive markets for products
Which was an advantage of colonisation for Britain?
Availability of cheap raw materials
What year is generally considered the start of the 'Events of the French Revolution' period mentioned in the notes?
1789
What strategic advantage did colonisation offer Britain?
Naval bases and coaling stations globally
How did imperialism contribute to the outbreak of WW1?
It led to fierce rivalries over colonies and resources
Which of these is an example of a domestic policy implemented by Napoleon?
The Napoleonic Code
Which factor often influenced the process of decolonisation?
The weakening of colonial powers after wars
What specific time range for 'Britain' is mentioned as a revision topic?
1750-1900
What economic motive was significant for Britain in colonisation?
To secure new trade routes and resources
What was a central focus of Napoleon's domestic policy?
Reforming legal and administrative structures
What was a major disadvantage for colonised people under British rule?
Cultural suppression and economic exploitation
What year marks the end of the 'Events of the French Revolution' timeframe, 1789-1793?
1793
What skill is being applied when you examine the outcomes or results of historical actions?
Analysis of effects
How can the period known as the Reign of Terror be characterized?
A period of political purges and executions
How did Enlightenment ideas influence the causes of the French Revolution?
They championed individual rights and liberty