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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter VIII, The Blacks.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long was the voyage to America in a sailing vessel?
(a) From four to six months.
(b) From three to seven weeks.
(c) From two to three weeks.
(d) From one to three months.

2. Why have the Chinese been called "the Jews of Asia?"
(a) They have been universally excluded.
(b) Their success in business has been resented.
(c) Their success in business has been applauded.
(d) They have been universally welcomed.

3. What kinds of skills did the Irish develop under an enemy government?
(a) Organizing and circumventing government.
(b) Self-improvement.
(c) Spying.
(d) Guerilla warfare.

4. What was the primary loyalty of southern Italians in the 20th century?
(a) Personal morality.
(b) The church.
(c) The family.
(d) Country.

5. What was one result of social isolation and fragmentation in Africa?
(a) Peace and quiet.
(b) Cultural interaction.
(c) Political and military vulnerability.
(d) Community development.

Short Answer Questions

1. Discrimination against Irish workers was exemplified in the phrase, "No Irish need ____________."

2. What advantages does northern Italy have over southern Italy, where most emigrants lived?

3. Most Japanese immigrants in the 19th century were young men from what kind of background?

4. Which ethnic group has the highest fertility rates?

5. In what area did 19th century Germans consider themselves superior to Irish?

(see the answer key)

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