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  • 2. 
    Trade was NOT an important reason why the British Empire existed - ProProfs

    Trade was NOT an important reason why the British Empire existed

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "Trade was NOT an important reason why the British Empire existed" is incorrect. Trade was indeed a crucial reason for the existence of the British Empire. The British Empire was built on the foundation of expanding trade networks and establishing colonies to secure valuable resources and markets. The empire's economic prosperity heavily relied on the exploitation of colonies for raw materials and the establishment of trade routes to facilitate the exchange of goods. Therefore, trade played a significant role in the existence and growth of the British Empire.

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  • 3. 
    The British people began to see themselves as being superior to all other races as time went on. This made the Empire more and more popular in Britain, especially from the end of the nineteenth century onwards - ProProfs

    The British people began to see themselves as being superior to all other races as time went on. This made the Empire more and more popular in Britain, especially from the end of the nineteenth century onwards

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    As time passed, the British people developed a sense of superiority over other races, which led to an increasing popularity of the Empire in Britain. This suggests that the statement is true, indicating that the British people indeed began to see themselves as superior to all other races over time.

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  • 4. 
    Is "Britain focused on Asia and Africa for its Empire after 1783, as the American Revolution kicked them out of their original colonies in what is now the USA" true or false? - ProProfs

    Is "Britain focused on Asia and Africa for its Empire after 1783, as the American Revolution kicked them out of their original colonies in what is now the USA" true or false?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    After the American Revolution in 1783, Britain did shift its focus towards Asia and Africa for its empire. Losing their original colonies in what is now the USA prompted Britain to explore new territories and expand its influence in other parts of the world. This led to the establishment of colonies and trading posts in Asia and Africa, such as India and parts of West Africa. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 5. 
    What % of the world's population was part of the British Empire by the 1920s? - ProProfs

    What % of the world's population was part of the British Empire by the 1920s?

    • 25

    • 50

    • 75

    • 100

    Correct Answer
    A. 25
    Explanation
    In the 1920s, the British Empire had reached its peak, with territories spanning across the globe. However, it is estimated that only around 25% of the world's population was part of the British Empire at that time. This indicates that while the British Empire had significant influence and control over various regions, the majority of the world's population was not under British rule.

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  • 6. 
    'Mercantalism' is the belief that: - ProProfs

    'Mercantalism' is the belief that:

    • Everyone is competing to sell more than they buy. The government must help.

    • Wealth is created by trade. The government must help.

    • The best way to control trade is to get colonies. The government must help.

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Mercantilism is the belief that everyone is competing to sell more than they buy, wealth is created by trade, and the best way to control trade is to acquire colonies. According to this economic theory, the government must play an active role in promoting and protecting trade in order to increase national wealth and power. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above" as all three statements align with the principles of mercantilism.

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  • 7. 
    Is "The British Empire was at its biggest in 1800" true or false? - ProProfs

    Is "The British Empire was at its biggest in 1800" true or false?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "The British Empire was at its biggest in 1800" is false. The British Empire reached its peak in terms of territorial extent in the early 20th century, specifically in the 1920s. At that time, the British Empire covered approximately one-quarter of the world's land surface and included territories in Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Pacific. Therefore, the statement is incorrect as the British Empire was not at its largest in 1800.

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    The first permanent settlement founded by the British in the Americas was _____________ Town - ProProfs

    The first permanent settlement founded by the British in the Americas was _____________ Town

    Correct Answer
    James

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