- 1. The cession of Hong Kong to Britain was a significant historical event that took place in the 19th century, marked by the culmination of the First Opium War between China and Britain. In 1842, following China's defeat, the Treaty of Nanking was signed, which formalized the transfer of Hong Kong Island from Qing Dynasty China to the British Empire. This momentous agreement not only represented a change in territorial control but also symbolized the broader context of imperialism and colonialism during that era. The British sought Hong Kong for its strategic maritime position and as a trading port, which played a crucial role in facilitating commerce between China and the West. The ceding of Hong Kong was met with resistance and regret by many Chinese officials, viewing it as a humiliation and a loss of sovereignty. Over the decades, Hong Kong evolved into a vibrant international city, characterized by a unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures, legal systems, and economic practices. Ultimately, the lease expired in 1997, and Hong Kong was transferred back to China under the principle of 'one country, two systems,' which aimed to preserve its distinct social and economic systems while being a part of China's sovereignty.
When did China cede Hong Kong to Britain?
A) 1905
B) 1897
C) 1842
D) 1949
- 2. Under which treaty was Hong Kong initially ceded to Britain?
A) Treaty of Nanking
B) Treaty of Paris
C) Treaty of Tordesillas
D) Treaty of Versailles
- 3. How long was Hong Kong under British control before it was returned to China?
A) 200 years
B) 156 years
C) 50 years
D) 75 years
- 4. Which island adjacent to Hong Kong was also ceded to Britain in 1860?
A) Hainan
B) Macau
C) Kowloon
D) Taiwan
- 5. In which year was the Second Convention of Peking signed to extend British control over the New Territories?
A) 1915
B) 1898
C) 1870
D) 1901
- 6. When was the British lease of the New Territories set to expire?
A) 1950
B) 1997
C) 1985
D) 2001
- 7. What was the original term of the lease of the New Territories with Britain?
A) 150 years
B) 75 years
C) 50 years
D) 99 years
- 8. Which document established the principle of 'one country, two systems' for Hong Kong after 1997?
A) Emancipation Proclamation
B) Sino-British Joint Declaration
C) Treaty of Rome
D) Magna Carta
- 9. Who was the last British governor of Hong Kong before the handover?
A) Chris Patten
B) David Cameron
C) Tony Blair
D) Nigel Farage
- 10. Which national anthem was played during the handover ceremony in 1997?
A) The Star-Spangled Banner
B) God Save the Queen
C) March of the Volunteers
D) Ode to Joy
- 11. What is the name of the basic law that serves as the constitutional document for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region?
A) Declaration of Hong Kong
B) Constitution of Hong Kong
C) Basic Law of Hong Kong
D) Charter of Hong Kong
- 12. Which city in China is the central government based for overseeing Hong Kong affairs?
A) Guangzhou
B) Shenzhen
C) Shanghai
D) Beijing
- 13. What was the official language of the British administration in Hong Kong?
A) English
B) Spanish
C) Chinese
D) French
- 14. Which Hong Kong newspaper editor was kidnapped in 1993 following criticism of China?
A) Martin Lee
B) Joshua Wong
C) Jimmy Lai
D) Kevin Lau
- 15. What was the name of China's plan for Hong Kong following the handover in 1997?
A) One country, two systems
B) Imperial Hong Kong Vision
C) Greater China Initiative
D) Eastern Prosperity Project
- 16. Which Chinese dynasty was in power when Hong Kong was ceded to Britain?
A) Tang Dynasty
B) Qing Dynasty
C) Han Dynasty
D) Ming Dynasty
- 17. Which country did Britain defeat in order to gain control of Hong Kong?
A) Japan
B) China
C) France
D) Portugal
- 18. Which river forms part of the border between Hong Kong and mainland China?
A) Pearl River
B) Yangtze River
C) Shenzhen River
D) Yellow River
- 19. Which British official signed the Treaty of Nanking on behalf of Britain?
A) Queen Victoria
B) Sir Henry Pottinger
C) Lord Macartney
D) Oliver Cromwell
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