African Colonialism Video

What event marked 50 years of independence for 17 African nations?

• The end of European colonialism

• The outbreak of World War I

• The signing of the Act of Berlin

• The abolition of slavery

What was the main motivation for European imperialism in Africa?

• To bring civilization and Christianity to Africa

• To exploit Africa's resources

• To establish trade routes

• To gain political supremacy in Europe

Which European power controlled most of Africa's ports?

• Britain

• France

• Germany

• Belgium

What was the main resource that drove industrial-scale production in Europe?

• Rubber

• Gold

• Cocoa

• Palm and peanut oil

What was the purpose of the Act of Berlin?

• To abolish slavery in Africa

• To establish free trade in Africa

• To divide Africa among European powers

• To promote cultural assimilation in Africa

Which European power had a particularly brutal colonial rule in the Congo?

• Britain

• France

• Belgium

• Germany

What was the impact of colonialism on African societies?

• Development and infrastructure improvements

• Loss of personal freedoms

• Cultural assimilation

• Increased trade opportunities

What was the role of African troops in World War II?

• They fought for their own independence

• They fought for European powers

• They remained neutral

• They were not involved in the war

What was the turning point in the relationship between European powers and African colonies?

• The signing of the Act of Berlin

• The outbreak of World War I

• The introduction of reforms after World War II

• The abolition of slavery

What was the main motivation for European powers to colonize Africa?

• To exploit Africa's resources

• To bring civilization and Christianity to Africa

• To establish trade routes

• To gain political supremacy in Europe