Imperialism Vocabulary

One country taking over another economically, politically, and culturally. 

• Militarism
• Imperialism 
• Westernization
• Industrialization

The belief that a country should maintain a strong military. 

• Imperialism
• Direct Rule
• Protectorate
• Militarism

Local Rulers are allowed to keep their authority and status in a new colonial setting. 

• Imperialism
• Direct Rule
• Protectorate
• Indirect Rule

A system of government in which the local government authorities are replaced with new, Western officials. 

• Direct Rule
• Resources
• Indirect Rule
• Westernization

A political unit that depends on another government for its protection.

• Imperialism
• Militarism 
• Protectorate
• Westernization

Incorporated territory into an existing political unit, such as a city or a country. 

• Direct Rule
• Protectorate
• Annexed
• Sphere of Influence

Areas in which foreign powers have authority over the native people and their government.

• Sphere of Influence
• Indirect Rule
• Protectorate
• Resources

The spread of European ideas and values. 

• Westernization
• Imperialism 
• Protectorate
• Annexed

The development of industries in a region.

• Resources
• Direct Rule
• Indirect Rule
• Industrialization

Materials, money, staff, and other assets necessary for effective operation.

• Imperialism
• Militarism
• Resources
• Westernization