Causes and Effects of the Sepoy Rebellion

Native Indians who served in the British East India Co. army

• Raja
• Viceroy
• Sepoy

Where did the Sepoy Rebellion occur?

• Germany
• France
• India
• Britain

What led to the Sepoy's rising up against the British?

• imbalance of society
• gun cartridges greased with beef and pork fat
• a social hiearchy where nobles reign
• the clergy controlling all aspects of society

Who won the Sepoy Rebellion?

• France
• Britain
• India
• Japan

After the Sepoy Rebellion, what happened to India?

• gained independence
• Officially joined the British empire
• became an ally to France

Which of the following did Britain NOT do for India?

• build communication systems
• Build schools
• build railroads
• respect their culture

Which rebellion was a direct result of British insensitivity to Hindu and Muslim beliefs?

• Boer War
• Sepoy Rebellion
• Boxer Rebellion
• Crimean War

How did the British Empire improve living conditions in India?

• They defended India from Chinese invasion
• They built railroads and schools in India
• They introduced democracy to India
• They improved India's farming ability

Why was India known as the "Jewel of the Crown" of the British Empire?

• India supplied most of the soldiers of the British army
• India supplied raw materials and a large market
• India provided gemstones and precious metals
• India was the first colony to become a democracy

Before British Imperialism took hold in India this empire was in control and on the decline.

• Hungarian

• Mughal

• Mongolian

• Schumann