7SS Ch 20-1 Rise of Imperialism Flashcard

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What were the two main reasons European nations built empires during the Age of Imperialism?

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To help their economy and spread their ideas

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What challenge does the textbook compare to European imperialism? A farmer struggling to harvest crops, A store owner needing new customers to sell goods, A ship captain navigating through storms, A teacher trying to educate students

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A store owner needing new customers to sell goods

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Which two regions did European countries target for raw materials and new markets?

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Asia and Africa

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What is imperialism?

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A relationship where one nation directly or indirectly controls another nation’s government or economy.

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What is the key difference between a colony and a protectorate?

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A colony is directly ruled by the imperial nation, while a protectorate has its own local government but is controlled by the imperial nation’s military and policies.

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What resources did Europeans seek in Southeast Asia during the 1800s?

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Spices, coffee, tea, petroleum, rubber, and tin

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Why was Singapore an important colony for the British?

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It served as a key port for ships traveling to and from China.

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Why did the French turn Vietnam into a protectorate?

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To prevent the British from gaining control of Vietnam

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What is a sphere of influence?

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A region where only one imperial power has the right to invest or trade.

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What made Siam (modern-day Thailand) unique during the Age of Imperialism?

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It was the only country in Southeast Asia to maintain its freedom.