Imperialism - Scramble for Africa

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What two countries led the Scramble to imperialize Africa?

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Great Britain and France

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Why did the British want control of the Suez Canal?

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To secure their trade route to India and access valuable resources.

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What was the main reason imperialists told the Africans and the world they were taking over their land?

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To bring civilization and Christianity to the 'uncivilized' people.

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How did Henry Stanley help King Leopold of Belgium control the Congo?

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By signing treaties with local chiefs, using brutal force to suppress resistance, and exploiting natural resources.

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At this conference the European powers discussed the division of Africa peacefully:

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Berlin Conference