Imperialism in the 19th Century Quiz

What was the response of the Chinese to the British demand for better trade conditions in 1793?

• Agreement to the British demands

• A stern letter threatening to cut off trade in valuable products

• Military retaliation

• Acceptance of the British terms

What did the British find that the Chinese would buy in the 1830s?

• Tea

• Opium

• Silk

• Cotton

What was the result of the first Opium War between China and Britain?

• Britain gained Hong Kong and other treaty ports

• China gained control of British territories

• China expelled the British from its territory

• A trade agreement was reached

What technology enabled Europeans to travel inland in Africa during the 19th century?

• Carriages

• Bicycles

• Steam ships

• Horses

What was the primary motive for European imperialism in Africa and Asia?

• Religious conversion

• Promoting democracy

• Cultural exchange

• Securing sources of raw materials

How did most European colonizers rule their colonies in Africa and Asia?

• Direct rule with European administrators

• By establishing puppet governments

• Through military occupation

• Indirect rule through native leaders

What was the main reason for the success of European imperialism in Africa during the 19th century?

• Advanced medical knowledge

• Technological superiority

• Cultural assimilation

• Superior military tactics

Which African ruler successfully resisted European imperialism and secured independence for Ethiopia?

• Haile Selassie

• Shaka Zulu

• Khedive Ismail

• Menelik II

What led to Britain's intervention in Egypt's finances in the late 19th century?

• French invasion

• Economic prosperity

• Military coup

• Nationalist uprising

What is business imperialism in the context of European expansion?

• Promoting free trade agreements

• Pushing economic integration and extracting value from developing nations

• Cultural exchange through trade

• Establishing colonies for humanitarian aid