The British Empire

When did the British Empire begin?

• Late 1500s

• Early 1600s

• Late 1700s

• Early 1800s

By 1913, the British Empire ruled over how many people?

• 200 million

• 300 million

• 400 million

• 500 million

What were the reasons for Britain to build an empire?

• To gain more money

• To gain more power

• To spread Christianity and British ways of life

• All of the above

Which country had the largest empire in history?

• Spain

• France

• Britain

• Portugal

When did India become an official colony of the British Empire?

• 1757

• 1801

• 1858

• 1900

What percentage of the African population did Britain control during the 'Scramble for Africa'?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

What were the consequences of British rule for people living in the colonies?

• Loss of traditional languages and religions

• Imposition of British laws and customs

• Exploitation of natural resources

• All of the above

What technological developments occurred during the British Empire?

• Advancements in machinery

• Introduction of railway technology

• Transportation of goods

• All of the above

Who opposed the British Empire?

• Members of parliament

• Religious organizations

• Formerly-enslaved individuals

• All of the above

When did the end of the British Empire begin?

• 1867

• 1901

• 1910

• 1945