Imperialism, World War One and World War Two

Imperialism is __________.

• when a powerful nation uses its resources to help a weaker nation
• when a weaker nation invites a powerful nation to help it industrialize
• when a powerful nation takes control of the economy and government of a weaker nation
• when weak nations join together to fight a strong nation

Why did nations want to be imperialistic?

• They wanted prestige among other nations
• They needed more natural resources
• They needed more markets to sell industrial goods
• All of the Above

Japan benefitted from imperialism because:

• The trading with the US helped it modernize

• It let them take over the Philippines

• It promoted a movement in which immigrants were not allowed

• It led to the Boxer Rebellion in Tokyo

Which reason best describes the collapse of the Inca Empire in the 1500's?

• invasion by Aztec warriors

• conquest by Spanish soldiers

• decline in farm production

• depletion of water resources

In the 1800's, independence for many South American countries meant the end of what?

• political challenges

• colonial authority

• military dictatorship

• international trade

What is the main language of most countries in South America?

• Portuguese

• French

• English

• Spanish

Which is one factor that has contributed to South America's language diversity?

• Education

• Colonization

• Warfare

• Religion

The language and religion of South America have been most influenced by

• Free trade agreements

• Spanish Colonization

• indigenous populations

• alliances with the United States

Which of the following factors best explains the architecture, language, and religion in Central America?

• Colonization by Spain

• A lack of trade and travel routes in the area

• Radio and TV were introduced

• Migration patterns of Native Americans

A policy of aggressive military preparedness; the opinions or actions of people who believe that a country should use military methods, forces, etc., to gain power and to achieve its goals

• Militarism

• Alliance System

• Imperialism

• Nationalism