Imperialism Monday

Which was a cause of New Imperialism from 1871-1914

• A rise in nationalism in Europe

• The desire to accumulate raw materials and new markets

• The idea of "White Man's Burden"

• All of the above

Which of the following statements best describes European imperialism?

• European imperialism had no political motives.

• The Industrial Revolution was a driving force behind European imperialism.

• European imperialism was motivated by humanitarian goals

• People did some things

How did Westerners justify their right to rule over other people?

• They convinced Africans and Asians that they only wanted to protect them.

• They convinced colonized people that they would improve their lives.

• They adopted traditions of the colonized cultures as their own.

• They believed that Western culture was superior to others.

a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force is known as _____________

• Nationalism

• Imperialism

• Zionism

• Industrialism

How did industrialization lead to European Imperialism?

• Europe needed access to wealthy marketplaces worldwide to sell their goods.

• Industrialization ruined Europe's environment, so they moved to less-polluted places.

• Europe depended on immigrants from other places to work in their factories.

• Europe needed access to raw materials and captive markets to make & sell their goods.

What made European nations believe Imperialism was a benefit to places they conquered?

• Europeans believed their nation knew the best way for everyone to live. (Nationalism)

• Europeans needed colonies to settle their people after a population increase (Colonialism)

• Europeans thought they were helping their citizens by providing them with slaves.

• Europeans believed these were all good reasons.

Why did Europeans believe they had a right to rule over native peoples in Africa, India, and Asia?

• They were teaching native people about Democracy.

• They were building hospitals and schools.

• They thought they were better than people of color.

• They wanted to help native people become more wealthy.

This quote shows Europeans had which advantage over their colonies during the Age of Imperialism?

• Wealth

• Intelligence

• Christianity

• Technology

Which European country held the most territory in both the north AND south of Africa?

• France

• Belgium

• Italy

• England

What is a territory settled and ruled by people from another land

• colony

• territory

• spoils

• Island