Responses to Imperialism

What event led to an agreement by European powers to divide Africa into colonies and protectorates?

• 1815 Congress of Vienna

• 1885 Berlin Conference

• 1918 Treaty of Versailles

• 1871 Treaty of Versailles

Which of the following countries was ruled by Britain during the Age of Imperialism?

• Bolivia

• Afghanistan

• India

• Ethiopia

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

Why were European countries interested in colonizing Africa during the Age of Imperialism?

• They wanted Africa's natural resources

• They wanted land to develop new types of ships

• They wanted to create a perfect society

• They wanted to learn new languages

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The race for European countries to claim land in Africa was called the _________.

• Scramble for Africa

• African Marathon

• Great Competition

• Monopoly

This country in Asia was known as Britain's "crown jewel".

• China
• India
• Manchuria
• Korea

The Monroe Doctrine prevented Europe from taking over countries in __________________

• North America only

• South America only

• Asia

• North and South America

The Opium War was caused by Britain continuing to sell opium to China.

• True

• False

Who won the Sepoy Rebellion?

• France
• Britain
• India
• Japan

What territories did the US gain as a result of its victory over Spain in the Spanish-American War?

• Philippines, Puerto Rico, Panama
• Philippines, Puerto Rico, Guam, Cuba
• Puerto Rico, Panama, Haiti