Imperialism Quiz

What is the definition of imperialism?

• One country taking over other lands culturally

• One country taking over other lands militarily

• One country taking over other lands for religious reasons

• One country taking over other lands politically, economically, and socially

Which of the following was a cause of imperialism?

• Peaceful coexistence

• Technological advancements

• Isolationism

• Religious harmony

What was the 'White Man's Burden' used to justify?

• Globalization

• Colonial resistance

• Independence movements

• Imperialism

Which European nation fought the Boer War in South Africa?

• Great Britain

• Netherlands

• France

• Spain

What was the impact of British rule in India?

• Improved transportation and communication

• Destruction of local Indian industries

• All of the above

• Hurt Indian culture and pride

Which country controlled Singapore, Burma, and Malaysia during imperialism in SE Asia?

• Netherlands

• Great Britain

• France

• United States

What did the Treaty of Nanking give Britain control of for 99 years?

• Macau

• Beijing

• Shanghai

• Hong Kong

What was the Taiping Rebellion in China a response to?

• Feudalism

• Boxer Rebellion

• Opium Wars and foreign involvement

• Ethnocentrism

What is the worship of the kami called in Japan?

• Shintoism

• Taoism

• Buddhism

• Confucianism

What event led to Japan opening diplomatic relations with the US?

• Meiji Restoration

• Russo-Japanese War

• Treaty of Kanagawa

• Tokugawa Shogunate