Imperialism Sources

What is the primary message conveyed in Rudyard Kipling's poem "The White Man’s Burden"?

• The celebration of colonial achievements

• The burden of responsibility placed on the colonized

• The critique of imperialistic attitudes and obligations

• The glorification of cultural diversity

According to Kipling, what is expected of the "best ye breed" in the poem "The White Man’s Burden"?

• To celebrate their own cultural heritage

• To serve the needs of their captives

• To avoid engaging in imperialistic activities

• To resist the burdens imposed by others

How does Kipling suggest the burden should be shouldered in the poem?

• Through domination and force

• With pride and arrogance

• By seeking mutual benefit and understanding

• By ignoring the needs of the colonized

How are the black men described as they carry earth on their heads?

• Running hurriedly

• Walking erect and slow

• Riding on horses

• Crawling on all fours

What activity is taking place near the narrator, as described in the text?

• Fishing

• Hunting

• Building a railway

• Constructing a building

How are the black men described as they carry earth on their heads?

• Running hurriedly

• Walking erect and slow

• Riding on horses

• Crawling on all fours

What is the significance of the clinking sound mentioned in the text?

• It is the sound of tools used for blasting.

• It is the sound of the black men's chains as they walk.

• It is the noise made by the approaching ship of war

• It is the signal for the workers to take a break.

Why does the author argue that seeking new markets is necessary for a nation following a policy of free trade?

• Because old markets are expanding their consumption of goods.

• Due to the closure of old markets by hostile tariffs.

• To avoid competition from other nations in existing markets

• As a strategy to reduce expenses in commercial activities.

According to Lord Rosebery, as mentioned in the text, what is the consequence of a nation refusing to participate in the development of new fields?

• Economic stagnation.

• Increased competition from other nations

• Advancement in native race relations.

• Progress in commercial empire.

In the context of the passage, what does the author consider a characteristic of a great colonial and commercial empire?

• The ability to avoid new responsibilities.

• The inclination to shrink from global involvement.

• The necessity to go forward or go backward.

• The avoidance of a partition of the world.