Imperialism

What geographic factor attracted European imperialists to South Africa?

• Smooth Coastlines

• Navigable Rivers

• Temperate Climates

• Natural Resources

One result of the Opium Wars was that China…?

• Adopted democracy

• Controlled Hong Kong

• Was divided into Spheres of Influence

• Gained control of Manchuria

Which statement is true?

• In 1870, all European nations had colonial empires.

• An increase in Europe’s birth rate led to overseas expansion.

• The number of European colonies grew between 1870 and 1914.

• By 1914, German controlled the most colonies

“All great nations…have desired to set their mark upon barbarian lands, and those who fail to participate in this great rivalry will play a pitiable role in time to come.”

The quote above best supports what concept?

• Human Rights

• Communist

• Industrialization

• Imperialism

What was a result of the scramble for Africa and the Berlin Conference?

• France and Britain agreed to govern their African colonies jointly.

• European powers divided Africa into colonies without consulting African leaders

• There was less fighting between African leaders and European powers.

• African leaders voiced their suggestions for better relations with European powers.

What is Imperialism?

• The idea that one race is superior over another race

• The takeover and domination of a weak country by a strong nation

• The military arming of a nation

• The support and encouragement of human rights and self-rule

How does this picture explain the phrase, “The sun never sets on the British Empire?”

• It shows that all British control is in Africa

• It shows the reason for the large amount of Egyptian artifacts found in England.

• It shows that India is the crown jewel of the British Empire.

• It shows locations all over the world that are controlled by the British.

How are the Sepoy and Boxer Rebellions similar?

• Both wanted to remove foreign influences

• Both wanted to restore democracy

• Both wanted to end religious conflict

• Both wanted to modernize the economy

Why did the United States want China to follow the Open Door Policy?

• The US wanted to sell opium to the Chinese.

• for the protection of trade with China by all countries trading with them, as well as to protect China's territorial integrity

• The US started the imperialism race late and wanted access to Chinese resources.

• The US did not want European powers to conquer the Chinese.

Why did European powers improve roads and build bridges in their colonies?

• To impress colonists

• Provide high paying jobs

• To obtain raw materials

• help missionaries spread Christianity