Age of Imperialism In the past European nations

Age of Imperialism

In the past, European nations have conquered other lands, made them into colonies, and controlled their economies. Which term refers to the situation described in this statement? A. socialism B. isolationism C. imperialism D. monotheism

In the past, European nations have conquered other lands, made them into colonies, and controlled their economies. Which term refers to the situation described in this statement? A. socialism B. isolationism C. imperialism D. monotheism

In the past, European nations have conquered other lands, made them into colonies, and controlled their economies. This statement describes a situation that resulted from the A. industrialization of Europe and the need for raw materials B. desire of Europeans to spread communism throughout the world C. European belief in human rights for all people D. requests of developing nations for modern machines and technology

In the past, European nations have conquered other lands, made them into colonies, and controlled their economies. This statement describes a situation that resulted from the A. industrialization of Europe and the need for raw materials B. desire of Europeans to spread communism throughout the world C. European belief in human rights for all people D. requests of developing nations for modern machines and technology

During the 18 th and 19 th centuries, increased contact between European and the continents of Africa, Asia, and South America resulted in A. closer cultural cooperation between Europe and these continents B. the exploitation of the labor and resources of these continents C. a return to the political and economic systems of feudal Europe D. preservation of the rights of the indigenous peoples

During the 18 th and 19 th centuries, increased contact between European and the continents of Africa, Asia, and South America resulted in A. closer cultural cooperation between Europe and these continents B. the exploitation of the labor and resources of these continents C. a return to the political and economic systems of feudal Europe D. preservation of the rights of the indigenous peoples

Take up the White Man’s burden— Send forth the best ye breed Go bind your sons to exile To serve your captives’ need; To wait, in heavy harness, On fluttered folk and wild— Your new-caught, sullen peoples, Half-devil and half-child. --Rudyard Kipling, “The White Man’s Burden” The phrase “White Man’s burden” in this excerpt refers to the A. negative attitude of Europeans toward peoples of the non. Western world B. advantages Europeans would gain by colonizing Africa, Asia, and Latin America C. positive role of the Roman Catholic Church in Africa and Asia D. challenges non-Europeans faced when trading with the Europeans

Take up the White Man’s burden— Send forth the best ye breed Go bind your sons to exile To serve your captives’ need; To wait, in heavy harness, On fluttered folk and wild— Your new-caught, sullen peoples, Half-devil and half-child. --Rudyard Kipling, “The White Man’s Burden” The phrase “White Man’s burden” in this excerpt refers to the A. negative attitude of Europeans toward peoples of the non. Western world B. advantages Europeans would gain by colonizing Africa, Asia, and Latin America C. positive role of the Roman Catholic Church in Africa and Asia D. challenges non-Europeans faced when trading with the Europeans

British control over South Africa, French control over Indochina and Japanese control over Taiwan are examples of A. B. C. D. Isolationism Appeasement Nonalignment imperialism

British control over South Africa, French control over Indochina and Japanese control over Taiwan are examples of A. B. C. D. Isolationism Appeasement Nonalignment imperialism

Both the French and the British were interested in controlling Egypt in the mid-19 th century because Egypt had A. B. C. D. control of the spice trade an industrial-based economy vital mineral resources a strategic location

Both the French and the British were interested in controlling Egypt in the mid-19 th century because Egypt had A. B. C. D. control of the spice trade an industrial-based economy vital mineral resources a strategic location

Which of these terms do you think would be the best to describe the taking over of a country or territory for its strategic location or products? (use those stem words from middle school and your brilliant critical thinking skills!!!) A. Territory B. Nationalism C. Protectorate D. Geopolitics

Which of these terms do you think would be the best to describe the taking over of a country or territory for its strategic location or products? (use those stem words from middle school and your brilliant critical thinking skills!!!) A. Territory B. Nationalism C. Protectorate Add this term & definition to your D. Geopolitics notes

A country or territory that is allowed to keep its own local government but ultimately answers to a foreign power is called a A. Territory B. Sphere of influence C. Protectorate D. Colony

A country of territory with that is allowed to keep its own local government but ultimately answers to a foreign power is called a A. Territory B. Sphere of influence C. Protectorate D. Colony

The main difference between European colonies and protectorates in Africa had to do with A. B. C. D. Their economies How they were governed Their social organizations Levels of technology

The main difference between European colonies and protectorates in Africa had to do with A. B. C. D. Their economies How they were governed Their social organizations Levels of technology

How did Europeans use paternalism to govern people in colonies? A. They allowed them to assimilate into European society B. They provided for colonial peoples’ needs but did not give them full rights C. They trained colonial peoples to govern themselves D. They trained them in advanced European farming and mining techniques

How did Europeans use paternalism to govern people in colonies? A. They allowed them to assimilate into European society B. They provided for colonial peoples’ needs but did not give them full rights C. They trained colonial peoples to govern themselves D. They trained them in advanced European farming and mining techniques

What was the goal of direct control? A. B. C. D. To use local government officials Limited self-rule Assimilation To develop future leaders

What was the goal of direct control? A. B. C. D. To use local government officials Limited self-rule Assimilation To develop future leaders

What was the goal of indirect control? A. Assimilation B. Development of future leaders capable of governing themselves C. End of self-rule D. Establishment of European-style governments

What was the goal of indirect control? A. Assimilation B. Development of future leaders capable of governing themselves C. End of self-rule D. Establishment of European-style governments

How did the French style of governing colonies compare to the British? A. The British preferred direct control, whereas the French preferred indirect control B. The British preferred indirect control, whereas the French preferred direct control C. Both the British and the French preferred direct control D. Both the British and the French preferred indirect control

How did the French style of governing colonies compare to the British? A. The British preferred direct control, whereas the French preferred indirect control B. The British preferred indirect control, whereas the French preferred direct control C. Both the British and the French preferred direct control D. Both the British and the French preferred indirect control

Which of the following colonies was governed by direct control? A. B. C. D. Nigeria India Vietnam Union of South Africa

Which of the following colonies was governed by direct control? A. B. C. D. Nigeria India Vietnam Union of South Africa

After 1880, European nations sought colonies in Africa primarily because the Europeans were A. in need of land for their surplus populations B. determined to bring Christianity to the Moslem world C. competing for raw materials and markets D. interested in completing their geographic knowledge of the world

After 1880, European nations sought colonies in Africa primarily because the Europeans were A. in need of land for their surplus populations B. determined to bring Christianity to the Moslem world C. competing for raw materials and markets D. interested in completing their geographic knowledge of the world

What contributed to the start of the “scramble for Africa”? A. B. C. D. The Sepoy Mutiny When the Japanese took Taiwan When the British took control of Egypt When the British took control of India

What contributed to the start of the “scramble for Africa”? A. B. C. D. The Sepoy Mutiny When the Japanese took Taiwan When the British took control of Egypt When the British took control of India

A primary purpose for building the Suez Canal was to A. encourage Jewish settlement in nearby Palestine B. reduce the time needed for travel between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea C. allow Indian merchants to reach the east coast of Africa D. increase trade between the Middle East, Europe and Asia

A primary purpose for building the Suez Canal was to A. encourage Jewish settlement in nearby Palestine B. reduce the time needed for travel between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea C. allow Indian merchants to reach the east coast of Africa D. increase trade between the Middle East, Europe and Asia

Why did Britain take control of the Suez Canal? A. France traded control of the Suez Canal for control of Nigeria B. Muhammad Ali considered maintaining its security a burden C. Egypt could not pay its foreign debt and needed money D. The British helped the Egyptians defeat French invaders

Why did Britain take control of the Suez Canal? A. France traded control of the Suez Canal for control of Nigeria B. Muhammad Ali considered maintaining its security a burden C. Egypt could not pay its foreign debt and needed money D. The British helped the Egyptians defeat French invaders

The Suez Canal was essential for A. facilitating trade between both U. S. coasts. B. British control over India. C. Spanish control over the Philippines. D. French control over Vietnam. E. the maintenance of the Ottoman empire.

The Suez Canal was essential for A. facilitating trade between both U. S. coasts. B. British control over India. C. Spanish control over the Philippines. D. French control over Vietnam. E. the maintenance of the Ottoman empire.

What was the original purpose of the Berlin Conference? A. To ensure that African borders would be based on culture and language B. To prevent fighting of European nations over the division of Africa C. To keep peace between Africans and European leaders D. To give African leaders a chance to be heard by colonial interests

What was the original purpose of the Berlin Conference? A. To ensure that African borders would be based on culture and language B. To prevent fighting of European nations over the division of Africa C. To keep peace between Africans and European leaders D. To give African leaders a chance to be heard by colonial interests

What ACTUALLY happened as a result of the Berlin Conference? A. France and Britain agreed to govern their African colonies jointly B. There was less fighting between African leaders and European powers C. African leaders gave suggestions for better relations with Europe D. Europeans divided Africa into colonies without consulting African leaders

What ACTUALLY happened as a result of the Berlin Conference? A. France and Britain agreed to govern their African colonies jointly B. There was less fighting between African leaders and European powers C. African leaders gave suggestions for better relations with Europe D. Europeans divided Africa into colonies without consulting African leaders

The history of South Africa is a history of 3 groups clashing over land resources. These 3 groups were? ? ?

The history of South Africa is a history of 3 groups clashing over land resources. These 3 groups were? ? ? the British, the Boers & the Zulu

Why did thousands of Boers leave their Cape Colony settlement in southern Africa and move further inland? A. To escape the Zulu who were trying to steal their farmland B. To escape the British who were beginning to occupy southern Africa C. To find diamonds and gold

Why did thousands of Boers leave their Cape Colony settlement in southern Africa and move further inland? A. To escape the Zulu who were trying to steal their farmland B. To escape the British who were beginning to occupy southern Africa C. To find diamonds and gold

What was one of the reasons that the British wanted the land claimed by the Boers in southern Africa? A. They wanted it for farmland B. Diamonds and gold had recently been discovered in the region C. The British wanted to convert the local tribes living there to Christianity

What was one reason that the British wanted the land claimed by the Boers in southern Africa? A. They wanted it for farmland B. Diamonds and gold had recently been discovered in the region C. The British wanted to convert the local tribes living there to Christianity

As the Boers moved inland to escape the British, which strong militaristic tribe did they clash with? A. The Zulu B. The Sepoys C. The Bantu D. The Congolese

As the Boers moved inland to escape the British, which strong militaristic tribe did they clash with? A. The Zulu B. The Sepoys C. The Bantu D. The Congolese

The British also clashed with the Zulu, but were able to defeat them thanks to A. European diseases that severely weakened the Zulu B. Assistance from the Boers C. Superior military weapons/technology

The British also clashed with the Zulu, but were able to defeat them thanks to A. European diseases that severely weakened the Zulu B. Assistance from the Boers C. Superior military weapons/technology

In 1910, the Boer republics were joined into a self-governing Union of South Africa, which was controlled by the: A. Dutch B. British C. Zulu D. French

In 1910, the Boer republics were joined into a self-governing Union of South Africa, which was controlled by the: A. Dutch B. British C. Zulu D. French

Cecil Rhodes was A. the British military leader who was responsible for a boom in naval expansion B. the American politician who articulated the belief in manifest destiny C. responsible for the philosophy known as social Darwinism D. the first leader of an independent Canada E. a leading British imperialist who played a key role in British dominance of southern Africa

Cecil Rhodes was A. the British military leader who was responsible for a boom in naval expansion B. the American politician who articulated the belief in manifest destiny C. responsible for the philosophy known as social Darwinism D. the first leader of an independent Canada E. a leading British imperialist who played a key role in British dominance of southern Africa

What caused low food supplies in Africa and India during European colonization? A. Most of the farm land was used for mining B. Native farmers were drafted into the colonial armies C. Europeans used too much of the farmland as building sites D. Europeans insisted on the growth of cash crops, such as cotton

What caused low food supplies in Africa and India during European colonization? A. Most of the farm land was used for mining B. Native farmers were drafted into the colonial armies C. Europeans used too much of the farmland as building sites D. Europeans insisted on the growth of cash crops, such as cotton

One striking difference between the British and the French imperial models in Africa is that A. the British preferred to use existing local rulers governments to control the colony B. the French preferred to employ local rulers to govern their colonies C. the British established schools and academies to train African civil servants to run their colonies, while the French did not D. many more British citizens relocated to Africa to administer their colonies than did French citizens E. the British actively sought to convert Africans to Christianity, while the French did not.

One striking difference between the British and the French imperial models in Africa is that A. the British preferred to use existing local rulers governments to control the colony B. the French preferred to employ local rulers to govern their colonies C. the British established schools and academies to train African civil servants to run their colonies, while the French did not D. many more British citizens relocated to Africa to administer their colonies than did French citizens E. the British actively sought to convert Africans to Christianity, while the French did not.

Why was India called the “jewel in the crown”? A. It was the most valuable of all of Britain’s colonies B. It had a vast supply of diamonds, rubies and sapphires C. They sepoys were a perfect model of successful imperialism D. The success of India’s self-sufficient economy strengthened Britain

Why was India called the “jewel in the crown”? A. It was the most valuable of all of Britain’s colonies B. It had a vast supply of diamonds, rubies and sapphires C. They sepoys were a perfect model of successful imperialism D. The success of India’s self-sufficient economy strengthened Britain

The sepoys were A. B. C. D. Indian soldiers Bengal Hindus Mughal princes Civil servants

The sepoys were A. B. C. D. Indian soldiers Bengal Hindus Mughal princes Civil servants

What triggered the Sepoy Mutiny against the British in India?

What triggered the Sepoy Mutiny against the British in India? rumors spread among Indian soldiers that the cartridges of their rifles were sealed with beef and pork fat

What happened as a result of the Sepoy Mutiny? A. Rights for Indians increased under British rule B. The East India Company was allowed to have soldiers C. The British government took control of India as an official British colony D. Indians gained independence from Britain

What happened as a result of the Sepoy Mutiny? A. Rights for Indians increased under British rule B. The East India Company was allowed to have soldiers C. The British government took control of India as an official British colony D. Indians gained independence from Britain

The term Raj is used to refer to the period of Indian history during which India was A. B. C. D. Independent A colony controlled by Britain Torn apart by civil war Loosely ruled by the British East India Company

The term Raj is used to refer to the period of Indian history during which India was A. B. C. D. Independent A colony controlled by Britain Torn apart by civil war Loosely ruled by the British East India Company

Why did Western nations desire lands in the Pacific Rim (Pacific coast of Asia)? A. Because Europe had already conquered Africa and South America B. Because Pacific Rim lands were considered “the jewel in the crown” C. Because of their natural resources and strategic locations D. Because western nations had lost their foothold in Africa

Why did Western nations desire lands in the Pacific Rim (Pacific coast of Asia)? A. Because Europe had already conquered Africa Prime example of and South America “geopolitics”…Add this example B. Because Pacific Rim lands were considered “the to geopolitics in your notes jewel in the crown” C. Because of their natural resources and strategic locations (served as vital ports for trade & naval stations) D. Because western nations had lost their foothold in Africa

The scramble for Pacific island colonies in the late nineteenth century was motivated by A. the desire for the tropical produce B. the need to defend the whaling industry C. concerns about the Japanese expansion to nearby islands D. the desire for strategic ports and refueling stations in the Pacific Ocean

The scramble for Pacific island colonies in the late nineteenth century was motivated by A. the desire for the tropical produce B. the need to defend the whaling industry C. concerns about the Japanese expansion to nearby islands D. the desire for strategic ports and refueling stations in the Pacific Ocean

Between 1859 and 1893, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos all fell under the control of the A. British B. French C. Japanese D. Chinese

Between 1859 and 1893, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos all fell under the control of the A. British B. French C. Japanese D. Chinese

One major resource the French exploited (took advantage of) in Vietnam was: A. B. C. D. Tobacco Rice Cotton Indigo

One major resource the French exploited (took advantage of) in Vietnam was: A. B. C. D. Tobacco Rice Cotton Indigo

What set the stage for Vietnamese resistance against the French? A. The French levied heavy taxes on local industry B. The French hired only Vietnamese Christians for the government C. Peasants had less rice to eat because the French exported most of it D. The French importation of rubber trees destroyed most major rice fields

What set the stage for Vietnamese resistance against the French? A. The French levied heavy taxes on local industry B. The French hired only Vietnamese Christians for the government C. Peasants had less rice to eat because the French exported most of it D. The French importation of rubber trees destroyed most major rice fields

This country is unique in that it was one of the few countries in Southeast Asia that did NOT become a victim of imperialism A. Taiwan B. Manchuria C. Korea D. Japan

This country is unique in that it was one of the few countries in Southeast Asia that did NOT become a victim of imperialism A. Taiwan B. Manchuria C. Korea D. Japan

The arrival of Commodore Matthew Perry in Japan in 1853 signaled the end of Japanese A. cultural contacts with the West B. Japanese isolationism C. militarism in Southeast Asia D. trade relations with the United States

The arrival of Commodore Matthew Perry in Japan in 1853 signaled the end of Japanese A. cultural contacts with the West B. Japanese isolationism C. militarism in Southeast Asia D. trade relations with the United States

What effect did the visit of Commodore Perry have on the Japanese? A. Japan closed its ports to all Western traders B. Japan declared war on Russia to gain Korea as a buffer zone C. Japan and the U. S. signed the Treaty of Kanagawa, opening Japanese ports D. Japan tried to build its own modern navy before Perry’s return

What effect did the visit of Commodore Perry have on the Japanese? A. B. Add this to your Japan closed its ports to all Western traders Japan notes!! It will make you Japan declared war on Russia to gain Korea as a smarter buffer zone C. Japan and the U. S. signed the Treaty of Kanagawa, opening Japanese ports D. Japan tried to build its own modern navy before Perry’s return

Which statement best describes events in Japan during the period of the Meiji Restoration? A. Japan sought to isolate itself from world affairs. B. Rapid industrialization and economic growth occurred. C. Local lords increased their power over the Japanese emperor. D. Agriculture was taken over by the government.

Which statement best describes events in Japan during the period of the Meiji Restoration? A. Japan sought to isolate itself from world affairs. B. Rapid industrialization and economic growth occurred. C. Local lords increased their power over the Japanese emperor. D. Agriculture was taken over by the government.

A major goal of the Meiji government in Japan was to A. B. C. D. isolate Japan from other nations achieve political union with China establish Japan as an industrial & imperial power Discourage European colonization of Japan by becoming more modernized E. Both A & D F. Both C & D

A major goal of the Meiji government in Japan was to A. B. C. D. isolate Japan from other nations achieve political union with China establish Japan as an industrial & imperial power Discourage European colonization of Japan by becoming more modernized E. Both A & D F. Both C & D

The modernization of Japan during the Meiji Restoration resulted in A. a return to a feudal system of government B. the rise of Japan as an imperialistic nation C. an alliance between China, Korea, Russia, and Japan D. a strengthening of Japan’s isolationist policies

The modernization of Japan during the Meiji Restoration resulted in A. a return to a feudal system of government B. the rise of Japan as an imperialistic nation C. an alliance between China, Korea, Russia, and Japan D. a strengthening of Japan’s isolationist policies

The Sino-Japanese War was fought between Japan and A. Russia B. China C. England D. France

The Sino-Japanese War was fought between Japan and A. Russia B. China C. England D. France

The Sino-Japanese War began with a dispute over A. Vietnam B. Taiwan C. Korea D. Manchuria

The Sino-Japanese War began with a dispute over A. Vietnam B. Taiwan C. Korea D. Manchuria

Russia and Japan went to war over what issue? A. B. C. D. Trade with China Japan’s annexation of Korea Japan’s colonization of Taiwan Russia’s presence in Manchuria

Russia and Japan went to war over what issue? A. B. C. D. Trade with China Japan’s annexation of Korea Japan’s colonization of Taiwan Russia’s presence in Manchuria

Japan became a major imperial power after its victory in the A. Sino-Japanese War B. Crimean War C. Korean War D. Russo-Japanese War

Japan became a major imperial power after its victory in the A. Sino-Japanese War B. Crimean War C. Korean War D. Russo-Japanese War