Imperialism and Its Global Impact

What was the primary focus of European imperialism in Africa?

• Establishing educational institutions

• Promoting peace and diplomacy

• Exploring new cultures

• Extracting resources and establishing control

Why did European powers turn to Africa and Asia for resources?

• For the purpose of scientific research

• Because of the loss of their American colonies

• Due to the scarcity of resources in Europe

• To promote global peace

What triggered the need for imperialism according to the Industrial Revolution?

• A need for new markets

• A massive need for resources

• A desire for global dominance

• A need for new colonies for settlement

How did Britain gain control over India?

• Through diplomatic negotiations

• By supporting Indian businesses

• Through military force and battles

• By cultural assimilation

What was the main goal of British imperialism in India?

• To establish democratic governance

• To improve the living standards of Indians

• To convert India into an agricultural colony

• To promote Indian industries

What led to economic turmoil in India under British rule?

• The improvement of infrastructure

• The promotion of cash crops

• The introduction of new technologies

• The support for Indian businesses

Which company became the most valuable in world history due to imperialism?

• The British East India Company

• The Mississippi Company

• The Dutch East India Company

• Standard Oil

Who led the peaceful resistance against British rule in India?

• Bhagat Singh

• Jawaharlal Nehru

• Subhas Chandra Bose

• Mohandas Gandhi

What was the British workaround for trading with China?

• Promoting cultural exchange programs

• Introducing Western education

• Smuggling opium into China

• Offering technological advancements

What was the outcome of the Opium Wars for China?

• China became a major exporter of opium

• China signed trade agreements under duress

• China established control over British trade

• China's economy improved significantly