1 Imperialism

What were some of the reasons for European colonization of Africa?

• National Pride

• Money

• Christian Missionaries

• Racism

Why did Europeans want colonies in Africa?

• To sell their goods in the new colonies

• To provide raw materials for their factories

• To show their strength as nations

• To end the slave trade

What is racism?

• The belief that race does not matter

• The belief that all races are equal

• The belief that all races should be segregated

• The belief that one race is better than others

What did European missionaries hope to achieve in Africa?

• Establish European control

• Promote racial equality

• Convert people to Christianity

• End the slave trade

What is Social Darwinism?

• The belief in the power of education

• The belief in the importance of community

• The belief in equal opportunities for all

• The belief in survival of the fittest

When did the 'scramble for Africa' begin?

• 1867

• 1884

• 1886

• 1914

What were the two valuable resources discovered in South Africa?

• Timber and rubber

• Copper and iron

• Oil and coal

• Diamonds and gold

Why did the European nations hold the Berlin Conference?

• To negotiate trade agreements with African leaders

• To form an alliance against African resistance

• To divide Africa among themselves peacefully

• To discuss the abolition of slavery

By 1914, which two African countries were free from European control?

• Morocco and Algeria

• Kenya and Egypt

• Nigeria and South Africa

• Liberia and Ethiopia

Which of the following was NOT a reason for European colonization of Africa?

• To promote racial equality

• To spread Christianity

• To establish political dominance

• To exploit the continent's resources