Age of Imperialism Overview

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What were the economic causes of imperialism?

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To obtain natural resources and markets

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What were the political causes of imperialism?

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To gain respect and power

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What were the social causes of imperialism?

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To spread culture and religion

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What percentage of Africa was controlled by Europeans in 1914?

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90%

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Which country became an official colony of Britain after the Sepoy Rebellion?

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India

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Why was China a target for imperialism?

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Due to its large population

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All of the following countries became imperial powers during the Age of Imperialism EXCEPT: Britain, United States, Japan, France, China

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China

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True or false: Europeans showed respect for Africans' cultural and ethnic differences when taking over the continent of Africa.

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False

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Teddy Roosevelt adopted a policy of _____________ diplomacy in the United States: possessing a strong military so that countries will fear you and do what you want.

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Big Stick