Imperialism Quizizz

Which colony did England refer to as “the jewel in the crown” of the British Empire?

• China

• Japan

• Canada

• India

An area in which an imperial power held exclusive, or special, trading rights was called a ________________.

• protectorate

• open door territory

• sphere of influence

• free trade zone

Which historical time period influenced the beginnings of imperialism throughout the world?

• The French Revolution

• The Enlightenment

• The Spanish-American War

• The Industrial Revolution

“The idea that European nations felt the need to spread their power and influence to “lesser” nations is the definition of what imperial motive?

• Western Superiority

• Social Contract

• Law of Nature

• Imperial Force

Why were the Europeans able to conquer Africa so easily?

• The Africans were away on vacation.

• The Europeans planted mines in the villages.

• They use guerilla warfare and surprised the natives.

• The Europeans had better weapons and technology.

Why did so many natives rebel against European colonial rule?

• European powers often mistreated native populations.

• Natives wanted the right to vote.

• They wanted to be allowed to attend Christian churches.

• They wanted more European influence in their country.

Which of these was NOT a reason European powers colonized Africa and Asia?

• They wanted to acquire power and prestige

• They wanted to gain access to natural resources such as gold, rubber, timber, and metals

• They had a mission to civilize "inferior races"

• They wanted to protect weaker nations from other foreign influences

The view that a nations most "fit" to survive had the right to dominate others

• Dominator

• Survivalist

• Social Darwinism

• Winner

What product did the government of China try to prevent the British from trading in their country?

• opium
• gold
• tea
• silk

What is Imperialism?

• When a monarch rules because of the Divine Right of Kings.

• When the government keeps its hands off of businesses.

• When one country takes control of another for resources or markets.