19th Century Imperialism Quiz

What was the main reason for European imperialism in the 19th century?

• Religious expansion

• Industrialization and control of raw materials

• Spread of democracy

• Exploration of new territories

What was the impact of British free trade policy on China in the 1830s?

• Improved diplomatic relations

• Increased import of Chinese goods

• Decreased trade deficit

• Introduction of opium trade

What event led to the British demand for compensation and access to Chinese territory in the 1830s?

• British failure to establish trade routes

• Introduction of Chinese silk trade

• Chinese response to unfair trade practices

• Confiscation of British tea

Which disease was endemic to Africa and posed a challenge to European colonization?

• Smallpox

• Yellow fever

• Malaria

• Cholera

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

• Steam ships

• Horses

• Swords

• Cannons

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

• Military occupation

• Indirect rule through native leaders

• Complete assimilation of native culture

• Direct rule with European administrators

What was the main reason for the success of European imperialism in Africa?

• Superior military tactics

• Technological superiority

• Advanced medical knowledge

• Effective use of diplomacy

Which African ruler successfully resisted European imperialism in the late 19th century?

• Menelik II

• Frederick Lugard

• Khedive Ismail

• Mahatma Gandhi

What is 'business imperialism' in the context of European expansion?

• Military conquest for territorial expansion

• Religious conversion of indigenous rulers

• Cultural assimilation of native populations

• Economic integration and value extraction

What was the main impact of British intervention in Egypt in the late 19th century?

• Stabilization of the economy

• Promotion of nationalistic uprising

• Protection of British interests

• Empowerment of local rulers