15.2 Colonialism in Africa Quizizz

What was the main reason for the scramble for African colonies in the 1800s?

• The discovery of gold and diamonds

• The fall of the Ottoman Empire

• The search for Dr. David Livingstone

• The expansion of Islamic revival

Who was the Zulu leader that conquered nearby peoples and created powerful states?

• Menelik II

• Samori Touré

• Shaka

• Nehanda

Which European explorer is known for trekking into Africa to find Dr. David Livingstone?

• King Leopold II

• Henry Stanley

• Usman dan Fodio

• Yaa Asantewaa

What was the outcome of Ethiopia's resistance against Italian invaders?

• Ethiopia was divided among a number of rival princes

• Ethiopia was colonized by Italy

• Ethiopia successfully resisted Italian invaders

• Ethiopia became a major slave trading hub

What did the Age of Imperialism lead to among the African elite?

• A decline in education

• A movement towards Islamic revival

• The emergence of a Western-educated elite

• The unification of African nations

Who ruled North Africa in the early 1800s?

• The Ottoman Empire

• The British Empire

• The Portuguese Empire

• The Spanish Empire

What set off a European scramble for African territories?

• The discovery of gold in Africa

• The abolition of the slave trade

• The need for new markets and raw materials

• The establishment of the United Nations