Motivations for Imperialism and the Growth of Empires

Arjun, Henry, and Abigail are discussing major events in world history. Arjun asks, 'How would we define the turning points in world history?'

• Events that only affect a small group of people

• Significant events or moments that have a profound impact on the course of history

• Random occurrences with no impact on history

• Moments that are quickly forgotten and have no lasting impact

Scarlett, Harper, and Isla are studying the history of imperialism. They come across the term 'exploitation'. Choose the definition that best describes exploitation in the context of imperialism, considering a scenario where a powerful country is interacting with a less developed one.

• A mutually beneficial economic relationship between the powerful country and the less developed one.

• The act of the powerful country utilizing available resources of the less developed one without causing harm or inequality.

• The unjust or unfair use of the less developed country by the powerful one for its own gain, often involving the extraction of resources or labor

How did imperialism create, as well as promote an imbalance of power in the world?

• Imperialism promoted equality and fair distribution of resources
• Imperialism had no impact on the balance of power in the world
• Imperialism led to a harmonious and peaceful global environment
• Imperialism allowed powerful nations to dominate and exploit weaker nations, leading to an unequal distribution of resources and influence.

Abigail, Oliver, and Benjamin are studying history. They come across the term 'imperialism'. Benjamin believes it's the policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or economic dominance over other nations. Is Benjamin correct?

• Imperialism is the policy of promoting peace and cooperation among nations

• Imperialism is the policy of reducing a country's power and influence through diplomacy

• Imperialism is the policy of isolating a country from the rest of the world

• Imperialism is the policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or economic dominance over other nations.

Imagine Harper, Aria, and William are playing a game of 'Imperialism'. In this game, how would Harper, acting as the imperial power, maintain political control over Aria and William's territories?

• By encouraging Aria and William to be independent and autonomous

• By establishing his own administrations in Aria and William's territories, using force if necessary, and imposing puppet leaders.

• By providing economic aid and support to Aria and William's territories

• By promoting democracy and self-governance in Aria and William's territories

Grace, Lily, and Olivia are studying the social causes of Imperialism for their history project. They are discussing the main reasons. Can you help them understand the primary social cause of Imperialism?

• The desire for new markets, access to raw materials, and the spread of Western culture and values.

• Promotion of international trade and commerce

• Religious freedom and missionary work

• Desire for political power and control

Maya, Emma, and Harper are studying history and they come across the term 'Imperialism'. They learn that it involved the spread of western values. Can you explain how this happened?

• By respecting the autonomy of non-western territories

• Through the colonization of non-western territories and the imposition of western cultural, political, and economic systems.

• By promoting non-western cultural, political, and economic systems

• Through the encouragement of non-western traditions and values

Explain how Imperialism involved land acquisition

• Imperialism involved the purchase of land from willing sellers
• Imperialism involved the sharing of land with indigenous people
• Imperialism involved the return of land to its original owners
• Imperialism involved the acquisition of land through colonization, annexation, or conquest.

Imagine Henry, Arjun, and Charlotte are leaders of industrial nations in the 19th century. They are considering expanding their territories. What could be an economic reason for their Imperialistic approach?

• Desire for raw materials and new markets for industrial goods

• Search for new scientific discoveries and innovations

• Need for military expansion and conquest

• Desire for cultural exchange and diversity

Compare and contrast how colonizers and the people who were colonized viewed the consequences of Imperialism.