Chapter 31 (Unit 8)

Question 1

The process of gaining freedom from foreign control.

Answer 1

Decolonization

Question 2

Racial segregation; specifically, a former policy of segregation and political and economic discrimination against non-European groups in the Republic of South Africa

Answer 2

Apartheid

Question 3

The agency or function of acting a substitute

Answer 3

Proxy

Question 4

A rebel or revolutionary; rising in active revolt

Answer 4

Insurgent

Question 5

To cause something to happen; often unexpectedly or suddenly

Answer 5

Precipitate

Question 6

To take away property from someone

Answer 6

Expropriate

Question 7

Seeking or intending to disrupt or overthrow an established system or institution

Answer 7

Subversive

Question 8

Relating to a ruler who maintains absolute power; without concern for public opinion

Answer 8

Autocratic

Question 9

A professional soldier hired to serve in a foreign army or engagement

Answer 9

Mercenary

Question 10

An official ban on trade or commercial activity with a particular country or targeted group

Answer 10

Embargo