Imperialism Quiz

What is Imperialism?

• The process of establishing a democratic government.

• The takeover of a country or territory by a stronger nation with the intent of dominating the economic, political and social life of the people of that nation.

• The act of granting independence to colonies.

• A cultural movement that emphasizes the importance of traditional values.

During which years did the Age of Imperialism take place?

• 1750-1800

• 1800-1850

• 1850-1914

• 1914-1950

What caused a need for resources to fuel industrial production in Europe and the United States?

• The Agricultural Revolution

• The Renaissance

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Enlightenment

From which regions were the resources to fuel industrial production in Europe and the United States expected to come?

• Africa

• Asia

• Latin America

• All of the above

What was one of the economic reasons for the cause of Imperialism among European nations?

• To find employment for their citizens

• To establish new markets to sell their goods

• To import goods at cheaper rates

• To reduce the production of goods

What was a social belief that contributed to the cause of Imperialism?

• The belief in equal rights for all races

• The belief that one race was superior to another

• The belief in promoting global peace

• The belief in cultural exchanges between nations

Why did many Europeans and Americans feel they had the right to dominate the peoples of Asia, Africa, and Latin America?

• Because they were less technologically advanced

• Because they were more technologically advanced

• Because they had similar cultures

• Because they had prior agreements

What was the nationalistic reason for European nations to engage in Imperialism?

• To promote their language and culture

• To establish democratic governments

• To add colonies to their empires as a measure of national greatness

• To form alliances with other nations

What is Social Darwinism?

• The idea that all societies are equal

• The idea that those who were fittest for survival and success were superior to others

• The belief in the social superiority of a particular nation

• The concept that social systems should be based on a strict class hierarchy

According to Social Darwinism, what did Europeans feel they had the right and duty to bring to other nations?

• Economic support

• Technological advancements

• Progress

• Military protection