Imperialism

Imperialism is __________.

• when a powerful nation uses its resources to help a weaker nation
• when a weaker nation invites a powerful nation to help it industrialize
• when a powerful nation takes control of the economy and government of a weaker nation
• when weak nations join together to fight a strong nation

The argument that the human species improves when more intelligent and resourceful people thrive and prosper, while weak and stupid people die out, is referred to as:

• Social Darwinism
• Social Gospel
• Linnaean Model
• Pinnacle of Creation

The Boxer Rebellion refers to when:

• The nations of the West united to put down a rebellion against their influence in China
• A war when the people of Africa learned personal fighting styles to try to resist the European armies
• A rebellion erupted amongst British soldiers over bad pay and rations in their colonies, and they tried to "box" their way out of service
• The French people took up boxing in protest of the imperial policies of their government

an area in which an imperial power has complete rights and privileges in trade or investment

• protectorate
• colonialism
• sphere of influence
• imperialism

What was the goal of the Boxer Rebellion?

• To kill all foreigners through hand to hand combat
• To rid the country of British influence by means of a boxing tournament
• To get rid of foreigners by killing all those who would not leave, especially Christian Missionaries

What was the war between Russia and Japan called?

• Opium War
• Sino-Japanese War
• Russo-Japanese War
• French and Indian War

Economic motives for imperialism include _________.

• a desire to spread Christianity
• a need for military bases around the world
• a need for raw materials to be used in factories
• a desire to gain glory

The desire and attempt to expand a country’s territory

• patriotism

• expansionism

• nationalism

• colonialism

What was the American policy of territorial integrity for china and equal access to china for western powers?

• Boxer Rebellion
• Open Door Policy
• America First Policy
• Opium War

Why did many industrialized or advanced countries need to takeover less advanced countries?

• For better climate and cleaner environment

• To create a democratic government

• To teach the local population about recycling

• To claim or takeover natural resources located in those countries