Unit Test - Imperialism

When did Imperialism occur?

• 1800-1900

• 1914-1945

• 1850-1914

• 1750-1823

What is the definition of Imperialism?

• Building empires based on warfare and realpolitik.

• Building empires by expanding territory and gaining colonies.

• Expanding nations through diplomacy.

• None of these

Select the causes of Imperialism.

• Industrial Revolution

• Social Darwinism

• Nationalism

• The Enlightenment

Who is NOT one of the major Imperial powers?

• The United States

• Russia

• Great Britain

• Spain

Where on Earth did Imperialism take place?

• Asia, Oceania, and Africa

• Africa, South America, and the Caribbean

• Europe, North America, and Africa

• Africa, Japan, and Oceania

True or False? Imperialism helped nations gain military power and strategic areas.

• True

• False

What was the nickname for the time of African colonization?

• Scramble for Power

• Scramble for Africa

• Scramble for South Africa

• Scramble for resources

True or False? Europeans met and divided Africa with no input from African people.

• True

• False

Where was the berlin conference held? (HINT: This meeting is where Europe divided Africa)

• England

• France

• Japan

• Germany

"The sun never sets on the _________ Empire"