TCE Modern HistoryPractice Examination 11

This paper covers

• Section A Q1–Q4 (USA, Australia, Germany, Russia/USSR; earlier OR later period): the nature of the political system (democracy or totalitarianism) and how it shaped change
• Section B Q5–Q8 (Japan, India, Indonesia, China; earlier OR later period): economic weakness as an internal threat to stability
• Section C Q9 The Cold War (origins plus at least three specific incidents, named historians): détente as an interlude or a turning point
• Section C Q10–Q12 (Australia–Asia, terrorism, migration; interpretations required): Australia's response to communist success in Asia; hostage-taking and hijacking; the Hungarian 1956 exodus

Students are permitted to bring into the examination the materials normally allowed for this subject. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.

This is an ATARMAxxing practice paper. It is not an official examination and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by the VCAA, NESA or the QCAA.