Chapter 11 Paths to Modernization Question 1. What were the major developments before the Meiji restoration that made it possible for Japan to modernise rapidly? Answer: The following developments helped in the modernization of Japan before the Meiji restoration:...
Chapter 10 Displacing Indigenous Peoples Question 1. Comment on any points of difference between the native peoples of South and North America. Answer: Owing to topographical differences, South Americans were hunter-gatherers, agriculturists and herders. They were...
Chapter 9 The Industrial Revolution Question 1. How did Britain’s involvement in wars from 1793 to 1815 affect British industries? Answer: Both Britain and France were at war between 1793 to 1815. The industries of Britain were badly affected with this war. That is...
Chapter 8 Confrontation of Cultures Questions 1. Compare the civilization of the Aztecs with that of the Mesopotamians. Answer: Aztecs Mesopotamia’s (i) Aztecs society was hierarchical. It included nobles, priests, warriors and traders. (i) Mesopotamian society was...
Chapter 7 Changing Cultural Traditions Questions 1. Which elements of Greek and Roman culture were revived in the 14th and 15th centuries ? Answer: The religious, artistic and literary elements of Greek and Roman culture were revived in the 14th and 15th centuries....
