Imperialism in India, China, and Africa (1800s-1914)

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What was the 'Scramble for Africa'?

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Over 90% of Africa was taken over by European countries that scrambled to take over the continent.

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What triggered the Opium Wars in China?

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The British began smuggling opium into China, leading to China to fight back in the famous Opium Wars.

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What was the outcome of the Opium Wars for China?

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China was defeated and carved up into spheres of influence controlled by different European nations.

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Which country colonized India and for how long?

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India was taken over by Great Britain and ruled for almost 200 years.

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What was the Sepoy Mutiny?

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A rebellion in which India tried (but failed) to gain independence from Great Britain.

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What was the Boxer Rebellion?

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A rebellion in which China tried (but failed) to gain independence from the various European nations that controlled them.