World History - 2nd 6 - Part 2

Which of the following was not a European motive for imperialism of Africa? 

• Nationalism.

• Natural resources.

• Social Darwinism.

• Language

Which of the following best describes the reason for the Berlin Conference?

• The countries gathered because they wanted to work together to build a railroad from the Cape to Cairo.

• In order to avoid conflict between African nations, Europeans met to determine boundaries.

• European countries wanted to prevent conflicts between themselves over claims of African territories.

• Europe's nations had to figure out how to distribute Africa's natural resources equal between themselves.

One result of the Sepoy Mutiny was _____.

• the British government had to rule directly because the East India Company was no longer able

• Hindus and Muslims united because of their shared distaste for British rule

• India gained independence because the East India Company could no longer govern effectively

• British were forced to cede territories because of the mutiny's success

Queen Victoria was limited in her power because England was a Constitutional Monarchy, but had significant power because she _____.

• was named Empress of India by the Royal Titles Act and ruled there.

• developed the military strategy that made the British successful in the Boer Wars

• held the Berlin Conference in England and negotiated the agreement.

• stopped the sale of Opium to the Chinese ending the Opium Wars.

Imperialism is the economic, social, and political control of a country by another country.

• True

• False

Social Darwinism adapted the ideas of Charles Darwin and applied them society. This belief was used to justify European imperialism because Europeans saw themselves as superior since they were Christian and had advanced technology. 

• True

• False

Under Meiji rule, Japan underwent rapid industrialization because _____.

• new trade connections with Europe meant markets for goods

• they recognized the need for advanced military to compete with the world

• Europeans shared technology and supported their growth

• they wanted to follow Russia's foot steps and be a world power

Which of the following contributed to European success in imperialism in Africa?

• Advanced military technology.

• Enlightenment philosophies.

• Spread of smallpox.

• Unity between Europe.

Which of the following is a result of the Opium Wars?

• Equal trade agrements between China and Great Britain.

• An increase in demand for European manufactured goods.

• A treaty that gave Great Britain control of Hong Kong.

• Decline of Chinese production of manufactured goods.

Which of the following best describes the effects of European imperialism in Africa?

• Schools were developed but pushed Western culture and values.

• Nations underwent rapid industrialization to become more competitive.

• Development of railroads to spread African culture to Europe.

• Native peoples were taught to govern themselves democratically.