Unit 9 Flashcards

Front

Which British colony was a source for silk, tea, and cotton?

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Australia

Front

What was one way European society was changed because of the Industrial Revolution?

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the emergence of the middle and working classes

Front

Why were European nations able to exert power and economic dominance over countries in Asia during the 1800s?

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European societies were technologically advanced

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How did colonized peoples respond to European imperialism?

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They organized resistance movements

Front

One result of the rise of European imperialism in the 19th century was

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the establishment of a British empire that spanned the globe

Front

Which geographic factor dictated where to build the Suez Canal?

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The existence of a narrow land bridge linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea

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What was the economic incentive for European nations to colonize Africa in the 19th century?

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The vast natural resources available.

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In what way did the assimilation policies of European colonial powers in Africa affect the region?

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New cultural practices were introduced

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What is James Watt known for?

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Invented the steam engine

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The construction of the Panama and Suez canals was intended to...

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improve access to colonies and markets