Age of Imperialism

in 1884, 14 European countries met to discuss the division of Africa at the...

• German Confederation

• Treaty of Versailles

• Berlin Conference

• Treaty of Berlin

Which of the following is NOT a reason behind European Imperialism

• Social Darwinism

• Religious/Humanitarian Beliefs

• Sovereignty

• Nationalism

Who was NOT invited to the Berlin Conference?

• Great Britain

• Any African State

• Spain

• Belgium

The "White Man's Burden" referred to:

• The responsibility of European people to work hard

• The burden of responsibility to provide for one's family

• Industrialized nations should civilize Africa and Asia

• None Of The Above

They sepoys were:

• Bengal Hindus

• Indian Soldiers

• British Muslims

• Mughal Princes

The Sepoy Mutiny was a rebellion against British rule over:

• Better pay for Indian soliders

• Better benefits for Indian soldiers

• Disregard for overtime hours/pay for Indian soliders

• Disregard for religion/culture of Indian soldiers

What was the result of the Sepoy Mutiny?

• Rights for Indians increased

• British government took direct control of India

• Indians gained independence

• Sepoys/Indian government took control

The "Jewel in the Crown" of the British Empire referred to:

• Queen Victoria

• India

• Africa

• Cecil Rhodes

India was referred to the "Jewel in the Crown" of the British Empire because:

• It provided a valuable supply of diamonds, rubies, and gold

• The Sepoys/Indians were "model" subjects

• India was Britain's most valuable territory

• It was located in the "middle" of the British Empire

"Colonies", "protectorates" and "spheres of influence" are ALL forms of:

• Nationalism

• Industrialization

• The "White Man's Burden"

• Imperialism