4.2 APHG 4.2 flashcard

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What is colonialism?

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The practice of one country establishing settlements in another geographic area that does not belong to them.

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What is imperialism?

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The idea of states expanding through military force to gain economic and political power over other states and nations.

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What led to more diffusion occurring in the world?

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Colonialism and imperialism.

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What is a lingua franca?

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A language that is adopted as a common language between speakers whose native languages are different.

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What was the Berlin Conference of 1884 to 1885 primarily about?

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European powers colonizing the continent of Africa.

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What is devolution?

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The shift of power from a central government to regional governments within one state.

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What is balkanization?

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The process of a state breaking up due to ethnic conflicts within the state.

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What impact did colonialism and imperialism have on the world?

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They led to both positive and negative changes in the world.

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What does the term 'non-self-governing territories' refer to?

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Places identified by the United Nations as not having full self-governance.

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What was a major consequence of the way European powers set up colonies in Africa?

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It made colonies and soon-to-be new form states dependent on their European power.